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Patrick Ewing Hospitalized After Testing Positive For Coronavirus

The NBA legend confirmed the news with a warning.

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May 22, 2020 / 8:14 PM

NBA Legend and Georgetown University basketball coach Patrick Ewing has tested positive for COVID-19, he confirmed. Ewing, 57, has been hospitalized as a result of the virus.

"I have tested positive for COVID-19," Ewing said in a statement shared to his Twitter account. "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."

He also thanked healthcare workers in his message:

Ewing played 17 seasons in the NBA, predominantly for the New York Knicks. No further details about his condition are available.

This story is developing.

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