Why exactly was Charles Oakley arrested during the New York Knicks game during Wednesday night’s game?
A wild scene that no one expected unfolded at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday night. As the New York Knicks played host to the Los Angeles Clippers, former Knicks enforcer Charles Oakley got into a shoving match with security. No one knew what was going on at the time, but cameras caught Oakley getting physical and being dragged out the arena by officials.
Endless speculation arose about what led Oakley to being physical and getting ejected. The Knicks released a statement, saying he had been arrested and that they hoped he gets the help he needs.
— NY_KnicksPR (@NY_KnicksPR) February 9, 2017
After Oakley’s arrest, Frank Isola reported that Oakley was yelling at Knicks owner James Dolan. He refused to listen after he was told to stop and it led to his arrest ultimately. According to Isola, he has been upset that the Knicks haven’t included him in any events at all as the team celebrates the 70th anniversary of the organization.
Charles Oakley was said to be yelling at James Dolan and was warned to stop, according to a source. He continued and was then asked to leave
— Frank Isola (@TheFrankIsola) February 9, 2017
Charles Oakley has been upset that the franchise, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary, haven't included him in any events.
— Frank Isola (@TheFrankIsola) February 9, 2017
Charles Oakley has been critical of the Knicks and James Dolan. His punishment has been no tickets and banishment from the organization.
— Frank Isola (@TheFrankIsola) February 9, 2017
As Isola pointed out in his final tweet, Oakley has been banned from the organization and will receive no tickets. This whole ordeal has certainly overshadowed the game that is going on and has turned into yet another nightmare for the organization.
While the team is currently dealing with plenty of issues with their roster and what pieces to move, they now have to deal with a huge scene unfolding on national television. Oakley was known as one of the toughest guys in the league when he played and now he has been barred from the team.