The Indiana Pacers and the Oklahoma City Thunder are set to face off in the NBA Finals. The Thunder’s road so far included a 4-0 sweep of the Memphis Grizzlies, a hard-fought 4-3 victory over the Denver Nuggets, and a five-game triumph against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference Finals.
The Pacers had a similarly dominant path as the East’s No. 4 seed. They defeated the Milwaukee Bucks in five games, dispatched the Cleveland Cavaliers in five as well, and closed out the New York Knicks in six games to earn their Finals berth.
With Game 1 scheduled for Thursday, June 5, let’s take a look at what it would cost to grab a seat at the NBA Finals in Indiana and Oklahoma City.
Most Expensive NBA Finals Ticket
Come mid-to-late June, a new name will be engraved on the Larry O’Brien Trophy, as neither the Pacers nor the Thunder (during their stint in Oklahoma City; they have a title from their Seattle days) has ever won an NBA championship. After 82 regular-season games and three grueling playoff rounds, it all comes down to this best-of-seven series.
According to Ticketmaster, the most expensive NBA Finals ticket for Game 1 in Oklahoma City is listed at a staggering $20,000. These are, of course, courtside seats, offering the closest view of the highest-stakes game of the season.
In Indiana, ticket prices for Game 3 have soared even higher. The most expensive courtside seat on Ticketmaster is listed at $58,500, and fans are required to purchase two seats, resulting in a total of $117,000.
Cheapest NBA Finals Ticket
On the other end of the spectrum, the cheapest ticket for Game 1 in Oklahoma City starts at $550.
In Indiana, the most affordable option for Game 3 is $700, still steep but far more accessible compared to courtside prices.
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NBA Finals Schedule
- Game 1: June 5, 8:30 p.m. ET @ Paycom Center, Oklahoma City
- Game 2: June 8, 8 p.m. ET @ Paycom Center, Oklahoma City
- Game 3: June 11, 8:30 p.m. ET @ Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis
- Game 4: June 13, 8:30 p.m. ET @ Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis
- Game 5 (if necessary): June 16, 8:30 p.m. ET @ Paycom Center, Oklahoma City
- Game 6 (if necessary): June 19, 8:30 p.m. ET @ Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis
- Game 7 (if necessary): June 22, 8 p.m. ET @ Paycom Center, Oklahoma City
Based on current ticket prices, fans looking for a more affordable NBA Finals experience may want to attend a game in Oklahoma City, where seats are generally cheaper than those in Indiana. However, if this series turns into an all-time classic, even the steepest prices might feel worth it for a chance to witness NBA history in the making.
