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Michael Wilbon leaves ESPN's "PTI" and NBA duties over health issues

ESPN's Michael Wilbon said Monday he is stepping away indefinitely from "Pardon the Interruption" and NBA work because of "multiple health issues."

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Michael Wilbon is stepping away from ESPN, including "Pardon the Interruption" and his NBA duties, because of what he called "multiple health issues." He announced the leave Monday in a statement on X.

Fox News reports that Wilbon said he should have listened sooner. The Guardian reports he cited "worrisome signs." The Hill reports he is stepping back from the show indefinitely.

Wilbon did not give specifics about his condition, according to The Hill and The Guardian. He co-hosts the show with Tony Kornheiser.

The reports do not say who will fill in on the show or when Wilbon might return.

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  1. The HillMichael Wilbon to take time away from 'Pardon the Interruption'Mon, Nov 2, 2:08 PM EST
  2. Fox NewsMichael Wilbon announces indefinite leave from ESPN, 'PTI' due to ‘multiple health issues’Mon, Nov 2, 2:22 PM EST
  3. The GuardianLongtime host Michael Wilbon steps away from ESPN due to ‘health issues’Mon, Nov 2, 2:51 PM EST

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  1. Mon, Nov 2, 3:00 PM EST, 2 outlets: Michael Wilbon steps away from ESPN's "Pardon the Interruption" for health reasons