Friday (May.22), the sports world was shocked to learn that New York Knicks’ legend and currently Georgetown men’s basketball coach, Patrick Ewing tested positive for  COVID-19, the university revealed.

In the statement, Georgetown reveals that Ewing decided to go public with his diagnosis to show how serious the virus is that any and everyone can catch it.

The retired NBA Hall-of-Famer shared the sad news in a tweet with the caption:

None of Ewing’s coaching staff have tested positive for the virus reportedly, and players are currently not allowed on campus per NCAA rules until June 1.

Ewing, 57, is presently being isolated in a local hospital where he is being monitored.

We will keep Patrick Ewing and his family in our thoughts as he continues to fight COVID-19.