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James Dolan

Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Madison Square Garden Entertainment

Search every verified James Dolan interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. In June 2026, Dolan addressed the New York Knicks players before their NBA championship run, delivering a motivational speech in which he said he believed the team could "go all the way" and that he had never felt closer to that goal in his 30 years of ownership. He urged players to focus for the next 10 weeks, sacrifice distractions, and stop talking to the press, saying the team needed to communicate among themselves instead. He also referenced a coaching change made at the end of the previous season, stating that he and team president Leon Rose believed the players and organization needed to be heard more and work together, rather than be "led or dictated to." In a March 2025 appearance on The Roommates Show, Dolan discussed the pressures of owning the Knicks, trade regrets, and building the Sphere. He credited Leon Rose as the architect of the team, saying his own role was largely "signing the checks," and compared the Knicks' roster size and rotation to that of the Rangers, noting basketball involves a smaller group of players.

Recent appearances

  • James Dolan Addresses Knicks Fans After Ending 53 Years of Pain!

    June 17, 2026 · 📺 WFAN

    In a rare and must-see interview, New York Knicks owner James Dolan joins Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle on WFAN following the franchise's first championship since 1973! Dolan opens up about the emotional title run, his now-viral speech to the team, the culture change that transformed the Knicks, and what this championship means to generations of fans. Plus: 🏆 Behind-the-scenes stories from the championship season 🔥 The speech that inspired the Knicks' title run 👀 What Dolan really thinks about Jalen Brunson, Leon Rose and Mike Brown 🎙️ Craig Carton gets unprecedented access to the Knicks…

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  • Roommates EXCLUSIVE❗Jim Dolan's Motivational Speech Before the Knicks' 2026 NBA Championship Run

    June 15, 2026 · 📺 Roommates Show and Playmaker

    Watch the complete ROOMMATES Season 3 to follow their way to the Finals HERE:    • The Roommates Show FULL Episodes   Make sure you SUBSCRIBE to not miss a thing.

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  • James Dolan UNLOADS on NYC Mayor Over Knicks Chaos! Trump, Taylor Swift & MSG Madness EXPOSED

    June 10, 2026 · 📺 WFAN

    James Dolan joined Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle on WFAN and held NOTHING back. The Knicks owner blasted the Mayor's office over restrictions around Madison Square Garden, defended President Trump's NBA Finals appearance, predicted a Knicks championship, and even addressed Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, and the rumored MSG wedding. Plus, Dolan reveals why the outdoor watch party screens were SCRAPPED and guarantees a Game 4 victory! #Knicks #JamesDolan #WFAN #CraigCarton #ChrisMcMonigle #MadisonSquareGarden #NBAFinals Listen to the Carton Show Podcast! Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/p…

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  • James Dolan on why he fired former Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau

    January 05, 2026 · 📺 SNY

    On The Carton Show, Knicks owner James Dolan shares why he decided to fire head coach Tom Thiobdeau after the team made the Eastern Conference Finals last season. Dolan cites Thibodeau's style of leadership and the current state of the NBA as reasons. Watch More: https://on.sny.tv/ATEbSKX Subscribe to get the latest from SNY here: https://on.sny.tv/S5RYeWN About SNY: SNY is the official television home of the New York Mets, Jets and all things New York sports. SNY features unparalleled, exclusive access to the New York Mets with more than 130 live telecasts each season as well as other Emmy…

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  • James Dolan UNFILTERED: Thibodeau Exit, Giannis Rumors & “Championship or Bust” Knicks!

    January 05, 2026 · 📺 WFAN

    Knicks owner James Dolan joins Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle for a rare, no-holds-barred interview. From firing Tom Thibodeau to demanding a championship - Dolan says it all. Subscribe for the latest New York sports news & videos!! 📡 LISTEN LIVE ➡️ https://go.audacy.com/eYtjvOIRpjb Download the Audacy App today and stream your WFAN wherever you are! FOLLOW US: TWITTER -   / wfan660   INSTAGRAM:   / wfansportsradio   FACEBOOK:   / wfan660  

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  • Jim’s One Trade Regret, Pressures of Owning Knicks + Josh & Jalen Fire Back At Kendrick Perkins

    March 13, 2025 · 📺 Roommates Show

    On today's episode of The Roommates Show the guys welcome Knicks Owner Jim Dolan! Together they break down the ups and downs of owning the Knicks, trade regrets, building The Sphere and address remarks made by Kendrick Perkins. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Roommates Show. Whatever the moment, it’s never ordinary at bet365. Download today and use code ROOMMATES New Merch Collection Now LIVE: http://roommatesmerch.com Chase cardholders can score more - Headed to MSG? Visit http://Chase.com/MSG to learn more. Terms apply. Make Tommy John the MVP of your underwe…

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  • No booze at MSG? CEO James Dolan threatens a 'surprise' over facial recognition flap

    January 26, 2023 · 📺 FOX 5 New York

    James Dolan is threatening to not serve fans alcohol at Madison Square Garden in response to a flap over facial recognition being used at his venues. The CEO and executive chairman of MSG Entertainment Corp. made the threat in an interview on Good Day New York to discuss his controversial use of facial recognition at Madison Square Garden. For more: https://www.fox5ny.com/news/msg-lawye... Subscribe to FOX 5 NY: https://www.youtube.com/fox5ny?sub_co... Watch FOX 5 NY Live: https://www.fox5ny.com/live FOX 5 NY delivers breaking news, live events, investigations, politics, entertainment, b…

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  • Dolan joins Michael Kay show to discuss the Oakley incident

    February 10, 2017 · 📺 MrDeanCent

    Knicks owner James Dolan joins the Michael Kay show to discuss the Charles Oakley incident. Days since the altercation between Knicks great Charles Oakley & multiple security guards at MSG, it was announced that Charles Oakley has been banned from Madison Square Garden. Update: On February 14, 2017, the ban from Madison Square Garden was lifted. Oakley still wants an apology.

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