Atlanta Hawks announcer Bob Rathbun suffers medical emergency on-air earlier than sport towards the Thunder
Previous to this night’s sport between the Atlanta Hawks and Oklahoma Metropolis Thunder, longtime Hawks play-by-play man Bob Rathbun suffered a medical emergency.
Rathbun was on the air alongside colour commentator Dominique Wilkins simply earlier than tip off, when he slumped again in his chair, dropped the paper he was holding, and appeared to start out having convulsions earlier than dropping consciousness.
In accordance with an announcement obtained by the New York Submit, the Atlanta Hawks say Rathbun was affected by dehydration and is present process remedy.
Atlanta Hawks announcer Bob Rathbun (L) suffered a medical emergency dwell on-air Monday
‘Previous to tonight’s sport towards the Oklahoma Metropolis Thunder, play-by-play announcer Bob Rathbun briefly misplaced consciousness on the courtroom,’ the assertion stated.
‘Emergency medical professionals on-site rapidly handled Rathbun for dehydration. He’s secure, responsive and heading to Emory Midtown for additional analysis.’
Rathbun has been the announcer for the Hawks since 1996 and likewise calls video games for the WNBA’s Atlanta Dream.
Rathbun, pictured right here in 2016, has labored tv play-by-play for the Hawks since 1996
The Hawks misplaced to the Thunder 121-114 due to a 35 level evening from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
On the courtroom, the Hawks weren’t in a position to defeat the Thunder, dropping 121-114 at house.
Oklahoma Metropolis rode on the backs of level guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and his 35 level, six rebound, 5 help efficiency.
Atlanta countered that with a pair of 20+ level performances from two of its guards. Dejounte Murray led the group with 24 factors, placing up six rebounds and three assists. In the meantime, Trey Younger contributed 23 factors, led the group in assists with ten, and put up three rebounds of his personal.
