Actor and comedian Tracy Morgan experienced an apparent medical incident while sitting courtside at Madison Square Garden on Monday night, causing a 10-plus minute delay in the New York Knicks’ eventual victory over the Miami Heat.
The 56-year-old Morgan was seen throwing up and later being taken off the court in a wheelchair in photos and videos that circulated on social media. In the videos, Morgan is seen holding a towel to his face as he is wheeled off.
The incident occurred midway through the third quarter and shortly before the Knicks opened a 24-6 run to eventually secure a 116-95 win.
“First and foremost, obviously we hope everything is good with Tracy Morgan,” Knicks forward Josh Hart told reporters after the game. “Avid, lifetime Knick fan so prayers go out to him and his health and safety.”
Morgan is a regular Knicks game attendee, and his courtside seat is directly next to the broadcasting table, where Kenny Albert and Clyde Frazier were sitting.
It is not known if Morgan received medical attention after leaving the arena. His manager did not respond to a request for comment.
“We hope Tracy feels better soon and look forward to seeing him back courtside,” a Madison Square Garden spokesperson said.
(Photo of Morgan at a Knicks game in November: Sarah Stier / Getty Images)