BREAKING: “It Is Done” — New York Knicks Legend Patrick Ewing Makes Triumphant Return as Co-Owner in a Stunning 2025 Move, Cementing a New Era for the Franchise as James Dolan and Family Officially Welcome the Iconic Center Back Into Madison Square Garden’s Inner Circle
New York, NY — May 28, 2025
In a seismic shift that will echo through the halls of Madison Square Garden and the hearts of Knicks fans everywhere, the New York Knicks have officially announced that franchise legend Patrick Ewing will return to the organization in 2025 — this time as a co-owner.
James Dolan, Executive Chairman and CEO of Madison Square Garden Sports Corp., delivered the historic news during a live press conference this morning alongside members of the Dolan family and Ewing himself. The announcement brings full circle a relationship that began four decades ago when the Knicks selected Ewing as the No. 1 overall pick in the 1985 NBA Draft.
“It is done. Patrick Ewing is once again home — not just as a legend of the game, but now as a leader of this organization,” Dolan said, visibly emotional. “This is more than a partnership; it’s a restoration of a legacy.”
Ewing, 62, appeared overwhelmed by the reception. Surrounded by former teammates, current players, and fans packed into The Garden for the announcement, he said:
“This building gave me everything — my identity, my fight, my family. To come back, not as a guest, not as a visitor, but as part of the Knicks family again — it’s an honor I never imagined but always hoped for.”
A Legacy Reclaimed
Patrick Ewing remains one of the most iconic figures in Knicks history. Over 15 seasons with the team (1985–2000), the 11-time All-Star and Hall of Fame center amassed more than 23,000 points, led the team to two NBA Finals appearances, and left an indelible mark on the sport. Yet despite his legendary status, Ewing’s post-retirement relationship with the franchise had been complicated and distant — until now.
This move, insiders say, was years in the making.
“This isn’t just about business,” said a longtime team executive who spoke under condition of anonymity. “It’s about healing old wounds, rewriting the final chapter, and building a future based on respect, history, and unity.”
Vision for the Future
As co-owner, Ewing will reportedly play a key role in both basketball operations and community engagement. According to a statement from MSG Sports, Ewing will have
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