MSG’s Knicks watch party permits denied after cops complain of drunk and rowdy crowds: sources
Madison Square Garden's permits for outdoor Knicks watch parties have been denied due to complaints from the NYPD about unruly crowds. The decision follows incidents of violence and disorder during previous games, leading to multiple arrests. While Monday's event is canceled, other viewing parties may still be considered at different locations.
- ▪The NYPD has denied Madison Square Garden's permits for outdoor watch parties due to rowdy behavior from fans.
- ▪Previous watch parties have seen increasing incidents of violence, including six arrests during the last event.
- ▪Despite the cancellation of Monday's party, Saturday's charity event is still scheduled to take place.
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Metro MSG’s Knicks watch party permits denied after cops complain of drunk and rowdy crowds: sources By Joe Marino, Katherine Donlevy and Alex Oliveira Published May 22, 2026, 6:46 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The red-hot Knicks just suffered their first loss in a while. Madison Square Garden has been barred from holding its usual outdoor watch party during Monday’s NBA playoff game because the NYPD has had enough of unruly Knicks fans mobbing the city sidewalks and causing trouble, according to sources.
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