Knicks supporters are gearing up to see their team play in the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999.
The big question, though, is just how much it costs to get into Madison Square Garden.
As of Tuesday morning, ticket prices for Games 3 and 4 are hitting historic highs. Records show that, according to ticket offices, these prices are the steepest ever in NBA history.
The least expensive ticket for Game 3 on June 8 is pegged at $3,410 via Gametime.
Meanwhile, for Game 4 two days later, the minimum ticket on Vivid Seats is at $3,242.
TickPick indicated that following the Knicks’ impressive performance against the Cavaliers in the conference finals, ticket prices for the upcoming games are set at $3,745 and $3,464, respectively, making them the “most expensive NBA ticket in history.”
If the finals stretch to six games, patrons might need to cough up over $4,500 on June 16.
This marks a stark difference from a decade ago. Back then, during the 2016 NBA Finals, the average ticket price was $880 for the series between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Golden State Warriors.
TickPick reported that when the Thunder met the Pacers last year, the average price came to $1,147.
For a lot of fans, the high cost might be justifiable. For many younger Knicks fans, this is their first taste of the Finals, and the long gap emphasizes that such an opportunity won’t necessarily come again soon.
The Knicks have turned their season around remarkably, securing 11 straight wins since trailing 2-1 to the Hawks in the first round, including back-to-back victories against both the Sixers and Cavaliers.
Jalen Brunson has starred during the playoffs, earning Eastern Conference Finals MVP honors while averaging 26.6 points and 6.6 assists per game.
However, it’s clear that their playoff success is not just about individual performances — it’s been a full team effort.
In a key Game 2 win (109-93), Josh Hart contributed a significant 26 points. Additionally, Landry Shamet lit up the Conference Finals, nailing 11-of-12 three-point attempts, setting an NBA playoff series record.
Center Karl-Anthony Towns is also making his mark, averaging a double-double throughout the playoffs.
While it’s true that not every Knicks fan will make it into Madison Square Garden during the Finals, the excitement surrounding the team is palpable throughout the city and well beyond.
