New York Knicks: Why fans deserve some of the blame
By Eric Snyder
Fans of the New York Knicks have been loyal despite the lack of team success. Consequently, ownership and management have accepted mediocrity as the new standard.
The New York Knicks have some of the best fans in all of sports. No one is more aware of this fact than their owner, James Dolan. Unfortunately, Dolan and Phil Jackson have taken advantage of it.
Instead of using fan involvement as a catalyst they have used it as a reason to not improve. Knicks fans should expect a repeat of the last few years unless they take a stand. The only stand that can make a difference is one made with their wallet and their attendance.
Fans must remember that owners have become billionaires because they love money, not because they love sports. So, the only way to get their attention is to attack their profit-margin.
When game attendance, jersey sales and TV ratings begin to fall, Mr. Dolan will start to notice. Otherwise, the cycle of laughable mediocrity will continue to the detriment of Knicks fans.