With Florida State players warming up on the court in Greensboro ahead of the ACC Tournament, the Atlantic Coast Conference has made the call. Joining the Big Ten, Big 12, and SEC, the ACC has canceled the ACC Tournament due to the coronavirus.

12 minutes before the tip-off of four quarterfinal match-ups, the conference made the decision. The ACC released the following statement following the cancelation.

“Following additional consultation with the league’s presidents and athletic directors, and in light of the continued conversations surrounding the fluidity of COVID-19, the Atlantic Coast Conference will immediately cancel the remainder of the 2020 ACC Tournament. For NCAA Tournament automatic qualification purposes, Florida State will represent the league as the ACC Champion. We are disappointed for our student-athletes, schools and fans to have to make this decision; however, the overall health and safety of all involved is the priority.”

It is unclear what this means for the NCAA Tournament’s future. On Wednesday, the NCAA announced it would continue with the tournament but without fans. The NBA and MLS have already made the decision to suspend their seasons.

“The NCAA continues to assess the impact of COVID-19 in consultation with public health officials and our COVID-19 advisory panel. Based on their advice and my discussions with the NCAA Board of Governors, I have made the decision to conduct our upcoming championship events, including the Division I men’s and women’s basketball tournaments, with only essential staff and limited family attendance. While I understand how disappointing this is for all fans of our sports, my decision is based on the current understanding of how COVID-19 is progressing in the United States. This decision is in the best interest of public health, including that of coaches, administrators, fans and, most importantly, our student-athletes. We recognize the opportunity to compete in an NCAA national championship is an experience of a lifetime for the students and their families. Today, we will move forward and conduct championships consistent with the current information and will continue to monitor and make adjustments as needed.”