Knicks owner slams brakes on Giannis Antetokounmpo trade
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One of the most important people in New York sports and live entertainment is James Dolan. The New York Rangers and New York Knicks are owned by him. .
New York Knicks owner James Dolan has offered rare insight into the decision to part ways with former head coach Tom Thibodeau. Dolan’s comments made clear that respect remains, but the franchise felt it had reached its limit under his demanding style.
There is no organization in the NBA that operates with less transparency from the top than the New York Knicks. Team president Leon Rose doesn't speak at press conferences or answer questions from the external media, and owner James Dolan hadn't done an interview in three years.
The New York Knicks are currently experiencing the greatest stretch of success in franchise history since the 1990s. Over the past couple of seasons, they have even been serious contenders for the Eastern Conference title.