Sean Elliott, a name etched in the hearts of San Antonio Spurs fans for nearly a decade, recently captured headlines not for his on-court prowess but for a health scare that brought fans together in support and concern.

Sean Elliott's health update

His wife Claudia took to social media to share a heartfelt message. She revealed how Sean’s Apple Watch alerted him to irregular heartbeats, prompting immediate medical attention. Despite experiencing no symptoms, the watch’s timely warning led to a hospital admission and subsequent treatment.

“Grateful for the gift of health, an Apple Watch, and the very best healthcare system! Sean wasn’t experiencing any symptoms, but for the last couple of weeks, his Apple watch had been warning him he was in Atrial Fibrillation,” Claudia wrote on Instagram.

Atrial fibrillation, or A-Fib, is a condition where the heart beats irregularly and chaotically and can lead to severe complications such as strokes. Fortunately, thanks to the expertise of Methodist Health Care SA’s cardiology team, Sean underwent diagnostic tests and a cardioversion procedure.

The news of Sean Elliott’s health setback resonated deeply with NBA fans, prompting an outpouring of support and well-wishes across social media platforms.

Many expressed hopes for his swift recovery, eager to see him back, perhaps even in time for the Spurs’ upcoming pre-season games.

Sean Elliott’s NBA Career Highlight

Sean Elliott, selected as the third overall pick in the 1989 NBA draft, enjoyed a remarkable 12-season tenure in the league. Of these seasons, he spent 11 with the San Antonio Spurs, playing a crucial role in securing the team’s first NBA championship in 1999.

Apart from the Spurs, he played for the Detroit Pistons. Over his career, Elliott accumulated 10,544 points, 3,204 rebounds, 1,897 assists, 284 blocks, and 576 steals across 742 games. When he retired, he held the record as the Spurs’ all-time leader in both three-point field goals made and attempted.