NEW YORK (Reuters) - The New York Knicks postponed their Tuesday game against the Orlando Magic because of safety concerns after debris fell on the Madison Square Garden court during the overnight cleaning of asbestos-related materials.
The maintenance, which included cleaning asbestos-related materials in the attic above the ceiling, was performed after Monday's NHL game between the New York Rangers and Chicago Blackhawks, the NBA team said.
"As the safety of our customers and employees are our top priority, we will not reopen the Garden until we are absolutely assured the arena is safe," the Knicks said in a statement.
The Knicks and Magic were scheduled to tip off at 7:30 p.m.
(Reporting by Frank Pingue; Editing by Alison Wildey)
