Indiana Hoosiers legendary mentor Bob Knight was reportedly hospitalized over the weekend due to an undisclosed ailment but was already released upon medical supervision, his family’s statement detailed Monday.
“As many have heard, my dad was hospitalized over the weekend with an illness and has since been released from the hospital. We ask for your privacy as he is cared for and resting at home in good hands,” Pat Knight, son of the hall of fame coach, said in the statement. “Coach always taught us, and those that played for him, the importance of fighting through adversity and he and our family thank you for the tremendous amount of support you have shown and given during this time.
“We appreciate your continued thoughts and prayers.”
Knight, 82, was one of the most decorated coaches in the entire collegiate basketball landscape. He has compiled 902 total NCAA wins (70.9% winning percentage) throughout his career, which stands fifth in the all-time leaderboard.
He famously handled Indiana University’s basketball program for 29 years (1971-2000), guiding the Hoosiers to three NCAA Division I national titles in 1976, 1981, and 1987. Knight was also the former mentor of Texas Tech (2001-2008) as well as the Army (1965-1971).
Knight is known as one of the best offensive minds in the game. Although a great tactician, he has been a polarizing figure due to his history of outspoken and volatile nature.
