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Charles Oakley in court fighting MSG brawl charges

Ex-Knick Charles Oakley said Tuesday that he felt “disrespected” – and still maintained that he did nothing wrong – after his Manhattan court arraignment for an embarrassing scuffle with Madison Square Garden security in February.

The retired forward faces misdemeanor charges for allegedly assaulting two security guards during the Knicks’ Feb. 8 game against the Los Angeles Clippers in the televised brawl that earned him a lifetime ban from the Garden.

“I bought a ticket. I was sitting in my seat, and eight people walk up on you, and the next thing you know, you’re dragged out of the Garden.