The NBA, NHL, MLB and MLS are closing access to locker rooms and clubhouses to all nonessential personnel in response to the coronavirus crisis.

The leagues said they made the decision "after consultation with infectious disease and public health experts."

The statement, in part, read: "Given the issues that can be associated with close contact in pre- and post-game settings, all team locker rooms and clubhouses will be open only to players and essential employees of teams and team facilities until further notice. Media access will be maintained in designated locations outside of the locker room and clubhouse setting."