The former New York Knicks star announced it last night on his twitter account.
The younger ones discovered him as a relentless opponent of Michael Jordan in “The Last Dance”. The oldest remember his devastating counter-attacks under the New York Knicks. The 57-year-old former NBA star announced Friday night that he was positive at Covid-19 and hospitalized.
I want to share that I have tested positive for COVID-19. This virus is serious and should not be taken lightly. I want to encourage everyone to stay safe and take care of yourselves and your loved ones. pic.twitter.com/a2fMuhIZyG
— Patrick Ewing (@CoachEwing33) May 22, 2020
“This virus is serious and should not be taken lightly. I want to encourage everyone to be careful,” he said in the statement. Now, more than ever, I want to thank the health care workers and all those on the front lines. It’s going to be okay and we’re all going to make it.
Patrick Ewing is currently coach of the basketball team at Georgetown University in suburban Washington. The university states that it is the only one of the, positive program at Covid.

