Tracy Morgan revealed that food poisoning was the cause of his sudden illness during Monday night’s Knicks-Heat game, which resulted in an unexpected delay.
The actor and comedian shared an update on social media the following morning, posting a photo of himself smiling from a hospital bed. He expressed gratitude for the support he received and acknowledged the Madison Square Garden staff for assisting him during the incident. In his usual humorous style, he also suggested that his mishap might have been a good omen for the Knicks.
“I’m doing okay now and doctors say it was food poisoning. Appreciate my MSG family for taking such good care of me, and I need to shout out the crew that had to clean that up. Appreciate you!” he wrote.
Morgan also joked about the coincidence of the Knicks securing a victory after his unfortunate incident. “More importantly, the Knicks are now 1-0 when I throw up on the court, so maybe I’ll have to break it out again in the playoffs,” he added, ending his message with a rallying cheer for the team.
During the second half of the game, Morgan became visibly ill, prompting a stoppage in play while staff worked to clean the area around his seat. The delay lasted over 10 minutes, but the Knicks maintained their momentum and secured a 116-95 win over the Heat.
The 56-year-old entertainer is a well-known Knicks fan and has been a familiar face at Madison Square Garden over the years. His recent public appearances included major events celebrating the 50th anniversary of Saturday Night Live, where he played a prominent role in both a live special and a concert event tied to the occasion.
Beyond his television appearances, Morgan has been working on an upcoming comedy project. He is set to star in an untitled NBC pilot alongside Daniel Radcliffe, portraying a former football player attempting to redeem his reputation after a fall from grace.
Despite the unpleasant episode, Morgan appeared to be in good spirits, taking the incident in stride and finding humor in the situation. His post reassured fans that he was recovering well, turning what could have been a troubling moment into another example of his characteristic resilience and comedic charm.Tracy Morgan’s Food Poisoning Incident Delays Knicks Game
