Madison Square Garden Sports
American sports and entertainment company owned by the Dolan family, operating multiple professional sports franchises in New York.
Company Type
public
Founded
1999
Headquarters
New York, New York, USA
Revenue
not publicly disclosed
Primary Market
United States
About Madison Square Garden Sports
**Sports Franchises:**
- **New York Knicks:** National Basketball Association (NBA) team
- **New York Rangers:** National Hockey League (NHL) team
- **New York Liberty:** Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) team
**Facilities & Infrastructure:**
- **Madison Square Garden:** Home arena of Knicks and Rangers
- **Barclays Center:** Home arena of New York Liberty
- **Training Facilities:** Multiple training centers across franchises
**Revenue Streams:**
- Game and match operations
- Broadcasting rights and media partnerships
- Commercial sponsorships and partnerships
- Merchandise and licensing
- Player transfers and acquisitions
- Facility naming rights and premium seating
History of Madison Square Garden Sports
Brands Owned by Madison Square Garden Sports
Madison Square Garden Sports owns 3 brands in our database.
New York Knicks
Owned by Madison Square Garden Sports
American professional basketball team based in New York, competing in the National Basketball Association (NBA).
New York Liberty
Owned by Madison Square Garden Sports
American professional women's basketball team based in New York, competing in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA).
New York Rangers
Owned by Madison Square Garden Sports
American professional ice hockey team based in New York, competing in the National Hockey League (NHL).
Shop Madison Square Garden Sports Brands
Disclosure: We may earn commission from purchases
Madison Square Garden Sports Ownership: Pros & Cons
Advantages
- +Ownership of iconic sports franchises with global brand recognition
- +Historic Madison Square Garden venue, one of the most famous sports arenas
- +Passionate fan bases in the New York metropolitan area
- +Long-term ownership providing stability and continuity
- +Strong commercial partnerships and sponsorship capabilities
- +Multi-sport portfolio providing diverse revenue streams
Considerations
- -Private ownership limits transparency and public accountability
- -Pressure to deliver competitive success and championships
- -Complex organizational structure managing diverse sports operations
- -Regulatory oversight across multiple sports leagues
- -Balancing commercial interests with sports traditions and fan expectations
- -Competition from other wealthy sports franchise owners
Frequently Asked Questions About Madison Square Garden Sports
Who owns Madison Square Garden Sports?
Is Madison Square Garden Sports publicly traded?
When was Madison Square Garden Sports founded?
What franchises does Madison Square Garden Sports own?
How many employees does Madison Square Garden Sports have?
Jobs at Madison Square Garden Sports
Latest News About Madison Square Garden Sports
Related Articles About Madison Square Garden Sports
View more articles
Monthly M&A Roundup: April 2026 Brand Ownership Changes
Global M&A reached a record $1.3 trillion in Q1 2026, and April is continuing the momentum. McCormick is buying Unilever's food business for $45 billion. Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery are merging. Here is every major brand ownership shift entering April 2026.
How Sony Built Its Entertainment Empire
Sony started making rice cookers and radio repair equipment in 1946. Today it owns PlayStation, Columbia Pictures, Sony Music, and the world's largest music publishing catalogue. Here is the full story.
The Story Behind the Coca-Cola Acquisition Strategy
Coke, Sprite, Fanta, Minute Maid, Powerade, Dasani, Smartwater, Costa Coffee, Fuze Tea, and over 200 more brands all share one parent. Here is how The Coca-Cola Company quietly became a total beverage company.