The issue of getting vaccinated against COVID-19 has been polarizing, to say the least. Even in the NBA, many players are still reportedly refusing to get jabbed. In hopes of helping combat further transmission of the deadly virus, the Golden State Warriors have made a significant move for the upcoming season.

In line with local health protocols, the Warriors won't allow unvaccinated NBA players to enter the Chase Arena. The Athletic's Shams Charania first broke the news on Twitter on Wednesday.

“Sources: Unvaccinated NBA players in markets with local requirements—such as NYC (Knicks, Nets) and SF (Warriors)— will not be allowed to enter home arenas or facilities for games or team activities conducted there unless there’s approved medical or religious exemption.”

This will be a huge problem for some teams with unvaccinated stars. While everyone has a personal choice regarding vaccination, the moves of the Warriors, Knicks, and Nets could encourage the NBA to take a stronger stance in encouraging people to receive COVID-19 vaccines.

Warriors star Stephen Curry has openly advocated for vaccination, even appearing in an educational video with Dr. Anthony Fauci. But for some reason, Curry was dragged into an anti-vaccination documentary by NBA legend John Stockon last June.

Not everyone, however, shares Curry's beliefs, including Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins, who has expressed apprehensions about getting jabbed. So will he sit out home games then? Last season, Los Angeles Lakers stars LeBron James and Dennis Schroder also allegedly refused to get inoculated against COVID-19.

While the debates on vaccination will continue, it's clear that the Warriors are erring on the side of caution.