Atlanta Hawks announcer Bob Rathbun suffered a scary medical emergency whereas on-air on Tuesday (AEDT).
Prior to Atlanta’s sport in opposition to the Oklahoma City Thunder, color commentator Dominique Wilkins was talking when Rathbun began convulsing and misplaced consciousness whereas dwell on air.
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The Hawks mentioned in an announcement to the NY Post that the 68-year-old Rathbun was dehydrated, and is now “stable and responsive” whereas present process additional therapy.
“Prior to tonight’s game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, play-by-play announcer Bob Rathbun briefly lost consciousness on the court,” the assertion mentioned.
“Emergency medical professionals on-site quickly treated Rathbun for dehydration. He is stable, responsive and heading to Emory Midtown (hospital) for further evaluation.”
Bally Sports commentator Kelly Crull tweeted: “For those watching Hawks tonight, thank you for your grace & keep prayers coming. Our partner Bob Rathbun briefly lost consciousness on the court.
“Emergency medical professionals quickly treated him for dehydration — he is stable, responsive & @ Emory Midtown for further evaluation.”
Sports author Zach Osterman mentioned: “Bob Rathbun is one of the nicest folks I’ve ever gotten to meet in this business. Unflinchingly kind. Hope the news out of Atlanta tonight keeps getting better.”
On the courtroom, Atlanta’s Dejounte Murray scored 34 factors and rookie A.J. Griffin — taking part in instead of late harm scratch Trae Young — tied his profession excessive with 24 factors because the depleted Hawks beat the Denver Nuggets 117-109.
Denver’s two-time defending MVP Nikola Jokic scored simply 4 factors within the first half earlier than ending with 24 factors, 10 rebounds and eight assists.
This article initially appeared within the NY Post and was reproduced with permission.
