Central Michigan won’t be playing it basketball game at Miami (Ohio) on Tuesday over fears with the coronavirus.

"The health and safety of our student-athletes is always a top priority and, out of an ounce of caution, it was decided to cancel tonight's men's basketball game," athletic director Michael Alford said in a statement Tuesday. "I appreciate the diligence that the staff at Miami have shown and this serves as a reminder of how serious these issues are. Our medical team has also been an important part of this process, making sure our student-athletes are safe and protected."

One student and companion have been quarantined in their off-campus homes at Miami (Ohio) as health officials investigate whether they have contracted the coronavirus, according to News5Cleveland.

No makeup date has been determined.

The Chippewas (11-8, 4-2 MAC) are at Western Michigan at 2 p.m. Saturday.

The Miami (Ohio) issued a statement to its students that read, in part:

“On Monday morning, one student at Miami University presented at Student Health Services with very mild symptoms, and with their recent travel, met the criteria and are being tested for possible infection with the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV). Health providers quickly recognized that the presenting patient met the criteria for 2019-Coronavirus testing; results should be back from the CDC in the coming days.

"This student and his traveling companion are isolated in their off-campus residence while awaiting the test results. Miami and healthcare professionals continue to communicate and collaborate daily with the Butler County Health District and the Ohio Department of Health and are following their recommendations and protocols.”