Knicks' Dolan Slams NBA Media Deals Amid New TV Contracts
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New York Knicks owner James Dolan criticized the NBA's revenue sharing policies and the new $74.6 billion media deal, arguing it undermines local markets and Regional Sports Networks (RSNs). Dolan's letter to the NBA's Board of Governors expressed concerns over the league's retention of 8% of the media deal revenue, the impact on local sponsorships, and the viability of RSNs due to increased national and streaming broadcasts. He warned that these changes could harm successful franchises and reduce the value of local media rights.
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