Mamdani and MSG clash over finals viewing permissions

On June 13, tensions escalated between Mayor Mamdani's administration and Madison Square Garden (MSG) regarding public viewing of the finals. Spokesperson Joe Calvello accused MSG's owner, Dolan, of creating negative vibes as the city made the game accessible via LinkNYC kiosks. One hour before the game, MSG announced it would not use the permit from Mamdani due to the limited capacity allowed at the event, calling it unfair to restrict celebration to a small group. The situation reflects ongoing disputes between city officials and MSG management.

• 4:14 PMYahoo Sports — Mamdani spokesperson Joe Calvello said Wednesday that …