Michael Wilbon is taking a leave of absence from ESPN’s ‘Pardon the Interruption,’ NBA coverage

Longtime sports journalist Michael Wilbon announced on Monday that he is taking an indefinite leave of absence from ESPN's "Pardon the Interruption" and his NBA coverage on ESPN and ABC. The 67-year-old broadcaster cited ongoing struggles with multiple health issues in recent months, emphasizing that the break is not a retirement and that he aims to return after focusing on his well-being.

Wilbon, who has co-hosted "PTI" alongside Tony Kornheiser since its debut in October 2001, mentioned on Kornheiser's podcast that diabetes is part of what he is dealing with amid deep exhaustion. ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro confirmed the network fully supports Wilbon's decision, with guest hosts expected to fill in during his absence.