Bargnani confirmed Tuesday that he is currently dealing with pneumonia but hopes that he can recover in time to practice with the Italian national team in preparation for Eurobasket 2013.
The newly-acquired Knick may actually have received a blessing in disguise, as the illness did not occur during the regular season and may keep him away from unnecessary strain in the offseason. Moreover, he should easily recover in time for the commencement of training camp in the fall, which should allow the coaching staff to find the perfect lineups for the stretch four.
