Column: Brace yourself for the possibility of One Shining Asterisk. Duke bowing out of the ACC Tournament is an ominous reminder that COVID-19 is still here — and a risk to physical health and athletic dreams.

“I feel deeply for our players, who have done a terrific job all season in taking care of each other and the team,” coach Mike Krzyzewski said in a statement. “I am extremely proud of their collective attitudes and effort, which could not have been stronger. We are disappointed we cannot keep fighting together. “