MSG wins legal ruling against Charles Oakley in ongoing lawsuit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 2:52 AM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
A U.S. District Judge granted summary judgment in favor of Madison Square Garden (MSG) in a lawsuit filed by Charles Oakley over an alleged assault by security guards during a 2017 Knicks game. The judge ruled that evidence, including video and witness depositions, supports the conclusion that no assault took place. Oakley plans to seek an immediate jury trial, stating he believes conflicting accounts warrant a jury's decision. While this ruling marks a significant victory for MSG, two motions from Oakley remain pending, indicating the case is not fully resolved.
- •Judge dismisses Oakley's claims after new evidence shows no assault occurred.
- •Oakley was ejected from MSG during a 2017 Knicks-Clippers game.
- •Judge previously dismissed claims against Knicks owner James Dolan in 2020.
- •Oakley's lawyers express intent to continue pursuing the case.
- •Oakley was previously ordered to pay significant attorney fees to Dolan's company.
- 2:52 AMYahoo Sports — MSG Gets Major Win in Ninth Year of Charles Oakley Legal Battle
"A judge granted summary judgment in MSG’s favor.
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