2024-25 NBA Season Ticket Insights: Highs, Lows, and Market Trends
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The NBA is coming off a record-breaking 2023-24 season, with unprecedented attendance figures and a surge in sellouts across the league. As the excitement carries into the new season, fans are eager to secure tickets to catch their favorite teams and players in action. But with demand at an all-time high, ticket prices can vary drastically depending on the team, matchup, and venue.
From The Big Apple to The Bay: Unpacking the 2024-25 NBA Ticket Landscape
The New York Knicks have once again taken the top spot for ticket prices, with the average get-in cost reaching an impressive $186. This is a notable 29% higher than the next team on the list, emphasizing the strong demand to watch games at Madison Square Garden. In contrast, the league's average ticket price for the 2024-25 season is much lower, coming in at $53.
On the opposite end of the spectrum, the Portland Trail Blazers offer the most affordable tickets, with an average price of just $16. They are the only team where ticket prices consistently fall below the $20 mark. For fans looking to catch a game on a budget, Portland is the clear winner, with some games available for as low as $7.
For marquee matchups, few games generate as much buzz as the Lakers vs. Warriors clash on Christmas Day. This highly anticipated showdown boasts the highest ticket prices of the season, with entry starting at $400. Interestingly, every single Knicks game has a get-in price exceeding $100, while teams like the Pistons, Jazz, and Trail Blazers offer more accessible entry points, with tickets typically priced under $55.
These insights highlight the vast differences in ticket prices across the league, driven by market size, star power, and team performance. Whether fans are looking for premium experiences or affordable outings, there’s something for everyone in the 2024-25 NBA season.
Teams with the Most Expensive Tickets
As expected, franchises in large markets dominate when it comes to ticket costs. Apart from the New York Knicks, Los Angeles Lakers, and the Golden State Warriors top the list These three teams are the only ones with an average get-in price above $100. Rounding out the top five are the Los Angeles Clippers and Boston Celtics, whose fan bases are known for strong demand, driving up ticket prices.
Some of the season’s priciest games coincide with special dates. Other than the forementioned Warriors vs. Lakers, Christmas Day also features Victor Wembanyama’s debut at Madison Square Garden, where the Spurs take on the Knicks. This marquee matchup has a minimum ticket price of $386.
In fact, the top five most expensive games of the season all involve the Knicks, Lakers, or Warriors, showcasing the power of these fan-favorite franchises in driving demand.
Teams with the Most Affordable Tickets
On the other end of the spectrum, teams projected to be lower in the standings often have much more affordable tickets.
We already mentioned the Portland Trail Blazers hold who offer tickets as low as $7. For context, the total cost to attend all 40 Blazers home games is approximately $639—equivalent to the cost of just two Warriors vs. Lakers games.
Other teams with more accessible ticket prices include: Utah Jazz, Charlotte Hornets, and Washington Wizards, each averaging around $20 per ticket. Houston Rockets round out the top five most affordable teams with an average of $21 per ticket.
A surprising entry is the Milwaukee Bucks, who offer a game against the Pistons with a ticket price as low as $8.
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As the 2024-25 NBA season unfolds, understanding these ticket pricing trends is crucial for brokers looking to stay ahead of the market. The wide range of ticket prices—from high-demand matchups featuring powerhouse franchises to more budget-friendly games with rebuilding teams—presents both opportunities and challenges for ticket resellers.
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