New York Knicks: Patrick Ewing has tested positive for COVID-19

New York Knicks legend Patrick Ewing revealed on Friday that he has tested positive for COVID-19.

New York Knicks Hall-of-Famer Patrick Ewing shared with the public on Friday that he has tested positive for COVID-19.

The Georgetown head coach tweeted out a statement, saying “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.”

Ewing is under care and isolated at a local hospital, according to a Georgetown statement. He is the only member of the Georgetown men’s basketball program to have tested positive for the virus.

Patrick Ewing is recovering from COVID-19 diagnosis.

The former Knicks star said, “I’ll be fine and we’ll all get through this.”

Patrick Ewing had been making recent headlines for his intense rivalry with Chicago Bulls’ great Michael Jordan, as America has tuned in to ESPN/Netflix’s documentary The Last Dance while quarantined at home.

Ewing decided to share his diagnosis publicly to provide an example that the virus can affect anyone, according to the statement accompanying his tweet.

Ewing played parts of 15 seasons for the New York Knicks. The former number one overall pick is considered the last bit of luck for a franchise that has spent the past two decades looking to return to basketball contention.

The big man took over head coaching duties for his alma mater in Washington, DC in 2017. He had been using the exposure generated from The Last Dance documentary to appear on multiple radio and TV spots, as he continues his recruiting efforts from home.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Ewing! This is a breaking story. Please check back as more details emerge. And continue to check the CDC website for updated guidance on the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).