All articles tagged with #james dolan
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Consequence of Sound
The immersive version of The Wizard of Oz at Las Vegas' Sphere features digital alterations that include the faces of Sphere CEO James Dolan and Warner Bros. Discovery's David Zaslav, replacing some original characters, with the project costing nearly $100 million and utilizing AI effects, sparking some controversy.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
James Dolan revealed a subtle AI-enhanced Easter egg in the Sphere's immersive 'Wizard of Oz' experience, where two uncredited characters' faces were replaced with his and David Zaslav's for a brief moment, highlighting the use of AI to preserve the film's integrity while creating new digital enhancements. The project involved extensive AI work and collaboration with artists, with Dolan planning to showcase the film at Sphere venues worldwide for the next decade despite high costs.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Awful Announcing
Tony Kornheiser criticizes the New York Knicks for their arrogance in their failed coaching search, blaming their overconfidence and disregard for NBA rules, which has hindered their ability to hire a new coach after firing Tom Thibodeau.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Sports Illustrated
The New York Knicks fired head coach Tom Thibodeau after a successful season, with owner James Dolan reportedly leading the decision, signaling a shift in the franchise's direction despite their recent Eastern Conference Finals appearance.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by NBA Rumors - HoopsRumors.com
New York Knicks owner James Dolan led the decision to fire head coach Tom Thibodeau, driven by player complaints and strategic disagreements, despite Thibodeau's remaining three years on his contract, marking a shift in team leadership after playoff disappointments.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver sidestepped addressing Knicks owner James Dolan's grievances, including a lawsuit against the Raptors and criticism of the league's revenue-sharing and media rights deals, emphasizing internal resolution and the importance of streaming services.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Knicks owner James Dolan criticized the NBA's new $74.6 billion media deal in a letter to the league's Board of Governors, arguing it undermines Regional Sports Networks and penalizes high-revenue franchises like the Knicks. Dolan contends the deal, which includes streaming platforms and national broadcasters, reduces the viability of RSNs and lacks transparency in revenue retention. He believes the new model de-emphasizes local markets and unfairly redistributes revenue from successful teams to less successful ones.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
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.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Deadspin
A fan reflects on the troubled history of the New York Knicks under owner James Dolan, detailing a lawsuit accusing him of sexual misconduct and links to Harvey Weinstein. Despite recent on-court success, Dolan's tenure has been marked by scandal, mismanagement, and a toxic culture. The article suggests that the NBA should force Dolan to sell the team, drawing parallels to the league's actions against Donald Sterling, as fans and critics alike call for a change in ownership.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
A federal lawsuit filed in Los Angeles accuses New York Knicks owner James Dolan of sexually assaulting a massage therapist and then orchestrating a meeting with now-imprisoned film producer Harvey Weinstein, who allegedly sexually assaulted her as well. The plaintiff, Kellye Croft, alleges that Dolan used his power and influence to pressure her into sex and then facilitated the encounter with Weinstein, with whom he was friends. Dolan's attorney denies the allegations, while Croft seeks a jury trial and unspecified damages.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Athletic
The NFL coaching carousel continues with speculation about Jim Harbaugh's potential return to the NFL, uncertainty surrounding NFC East firings, and the Raiders' coaching search. In other news, New York Knicks and Rangers owner James Dolan is accused of sexual misconduct, Steelers coach Mike Tomlin plans to return in 2024, and NBA trade talks for All-Star forward Pascal Siakam are progressing. Additionally, the NFL Draft is generating buzz, particularly with a stacked wide receiver class, and upcoming college basketball and NHL games are highlighted.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Athletic
A Tennessee woman has filed a federal lawsuit alleging that James Dolan, owner of the New York Knicks and New York Rangers, pressured her into sex and set her up for a sexual assault by Harvey Weinstein. Dolan and Weinstein have denied the allegations. The lawsuit claims that Dolan manipulated and pressured the woman into sex during a concert tour, and later facilitated a meeting with Weinstein, who allegedly assaulted her. The lawsuit lists multiple defendants, including Dolan, Weinstein, and related entities. NBA commissioner Adam Silver declined to comment on the allegations, while Dolan's lawyer has stated that there is no merit to the allegations.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Hollywood Reporter
James Dolan, live events mogul, has been named in a sex trafficking lawsuit involving Harvey Weinstein, with a former massage therapist accusing him of pressuring her into an unwanted sexual relationship and orchestrating an encounter with Weinstein, who she claims sexually assaulted her. The lawsuit also implicates high-profile companies in Hollywood for allegedly aiding assaults by Weinstein, with CAA and Disney being sued for negligence. This isn't the first time Dolan has faced legal trouble for his ties to Weinstein, as he was previously sued for failing to address Weinstein's predatory behavior.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
A federal lawsuit filed in Los Angeles accuses New York Knicks owner James Dolan of sexually assaulting a massage therapist and then setting her up to be molested by Harvey Weinstein. The plaintiff, Kellye Croft, alleges that Dolan used his power and influence to pressure her into sex and arranged a meeting with Weinstein, who then sexually assaulted her. Dolan's attorney denies the allegations, while Croft seeks a jury trial and unspecified damages. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has not commented specifically on the allegations, and Weinstein's attorney has dismissed the claims.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ESPN
A Tennessee woman has filed a federal lawsuit accusing James Dolan, chairman of Madison Square Garden and governor of the New York Knicks and New York Rangers, of pressuring her into unwanted sex and facilitating an encounter with Harvey Weinstein, who she also claims sexually assaulted her. Dolan and Weinstein deny the allegations, with Dolan's attorney dismissing them as retaliation and stating there is compelling evidence to back up their position. The NBA commissioner has addressed the lawsuit, saying he will wait for more information, while the lawyer for the accuser criticizes the response and calls for a fair and unbiased investigation by both the NBA and NHL commissioners.