Georgetown Hoyas men’s basketball coach and New York Knicks legend Patrick Ewing, now 57, announced on Twitter Friday that he has tested positive for coronavirus and is receiving care at a hospital.
According to the announcement, Ewing is the only member of the Georgetown basketball program to have tested positive. In a statement, Ewing thanked health care workers for their efforts, and asked the public to take the coronavirus pandemic seriously.
“This virus is serious and should not be taken lightly. I want to encourage everyone to stay safe and take care of yourselves.”
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
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