Madison Square Garden explains Knicks watch-party cancellation before Game 4

Madison Square Garden did not move forward with an approved watch party for the New York Knicks’ Game 4 against the San Antonio Spurs. The decision followed disagreements with City Hall over attendance limits and ticketing. Madison Square Garden stated that having only 1,000 people allowed would create unfairness among the fan base, as many more wanted to celebrate outside the arena. Mayor Zohran Mamdani's office claimed safety concerns led to the smaller gathering while MSG argued for a celebration that reflects their larger fan group. The situation escalated following security issues during the previous game.

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