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How much is a basketball game


Which NBA Teams Offer the Most Affordable Home Games?

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For many families, attending sports games has become a luxury due to the increasing costs associated with the live game experience. With the 2013-14 NBA season having just begun, it’s important for basketball fans to know how they can cut the escalating costs of attending a game. To address this, we asked the following questions as we analyzed the costs of attending a home game for each of the 30 NBA teams:

1. How much do various items commonly purchased at sporting events – tickets, beer, soda, hot dogs and parking – cost at every NBA arena?

We looked at median 2013-14 ticket prices on the resale market for each team, along with average prices of 16 oz. of beer, 16 oz. of soda, a hot dog, and parking.

2. How much does the average home game experience cost for a family of four for each of the 30 teams?

We calculated a “Total Family Cost” (TFC) for each team to assess the cost for a family of four to attend a home game for each team: the total price of four tickets purchased on the secondary market, two 16 oz. beers, two 16 oz. sodas, four hot dogs and one parking space.

3. How can a family of four effectively and reasonably cut costs when going to an NBA game?

We reviewed the relative costs for each of the 30 teams to explore where families can take advantage of certain prices and where they should avoid certain costs.

A family of four can expect to pay an average of nearly half a grand to attend an NBA game this season. That includes an average median resale ticket price of $96.57. The resale market offers a more accurate representation of the demand for a team’s tickets, so ticket prices will fluctuate throughout the season based on team performance and the opponent’s strength. Families looking to take in an NBA game in their city will be able to hunt for value tickets on the secondary market throughout the season.

Analysis reveals that the Cleveland Cavaliers are the most affordable NBA team to watch, whereas the New York Knicks are at the other end of the spectrum as the most expensive team to root for. In fact, the Total Family Cost for the Knicks is nearly four times that of the Cavaliers and the median ticket price for games at Madison Square Garden is nearly five times as much. A basketball fan in New York could purchase a $100 Amtrak ticket to Cleveland along with an average-priced ticket to a Cavaliers game and still pay less than he would for most Knicks tickets.

Check out the complete list of all 30 NBA teams in order of lowest Total Family Cost to highest and click on your favorite team to read more about how it stacks up against the rest of the league in terms of affordability.

Rank Team Median Resale Ticket Price 16oz. Beer 16oz. Soda Hot Dog Parking Total Family Cost (TFC)
1 Cleveland Cavaliers $42.00 $9.33 $4.50 $5.50 $5.00 $222.67
2 Indiana Pacers $55.00 $6.00 $3.25 $4.00 $8.00 $262.50
3 Dallas Mavericks $52.00 $5.33 $4.00 $4.00 $20.00 $262.67
4 Memphis Grizzlies $55.00 $7.50 $3.20 $5.00 $15.00 $276.40
5 San Antonio Spurs $59.00 $5.00 $2.50 $4.75 $8.00 $278.00
6 Denver Nuggets $60.00 $4.17 $4.25 $4.50 $16.00 $290.83
7 New Orleans Pelicans $60.00 $5. 60 $5.33 $4.00 $15.00 $292.87
8 Milwaukee Bucks $60.00 $6.50 $5.50 $4.00 $18.00 $298.00
9 Washington Wizards $64.00 $5.33 $5.00 $5.50 $20.00 $318.67
10 Minnesota Timberwolves $65.00 $9.33 $4.33 $5.50 $15.00 $324.33
11 Detroit Pistons $74.00 $4.67 $2.80 $3.00 $10.00 $332.93
12 Utah Jazz $76.00 $6.00 $2.55 $3.50 $10.00 $345.09
13 Sacramento Kings $75.00 $5.60 $4.75 $4.00 $10.00 $346.70
14 Philadelphia 76ers $81.00 $10.33 $3. 00 $4.50 $12.00 $380.67
15 Charlotte Bobcats $89.00 $6.50 $3.27 $4.50 $5.00 $398.55
16 Boston Celtics $85.00 $8.00 $4.57 $4.75 $34.00 $418.14
17 Phoenix Suns $95.00 $6.00 $2.73 $3.00 $13.00 $422.45
18 Orlando Magic $95.00 $5.25 $3.50 $4.00 $10.00 $423.50
19 Portland Trail Blazers $92.00 $7.00 $5.00 $6.00 $13.00 $429.00
20 Golden State Warriors $95.00 $6.00 $4.00 $5.75 $18.00 $441.00
21 Atlanta Hawks $111.00 $7.00 $2.86 $4. 75 $10.00 $492.71
22 Toronto Raptors $110.00 $7.29 $4.99 $5.44 $19.44 $505.77
23 Houston Rockets $120.00 $7.25 $3.09 $6.00 $15.00 $539.68
24 Brooklyn Nets $127.00 $7.75 $4.00 $5.75 $17.00 $571.50
25 Los Angeles Clippers $130.00 $10.00 $3.60 $5.75 $15.00 $585.20
26 Miami Heat $155.00 $5.33 $3.33 $6.00 $35.00 $696.33
27 Oklahoma City Thunder $170.00 $5.00 $3.75 $4.00 $5.00 $718.50
28 Chicago Bulls $165.00 $7.50 $4.20 $5.75 $20. 00 $726.40
29 Los Angeles Lakers $180.00 $12.00 $3.60 $5.75 $15.00 $789.20
30 New York Knicks $200.00 $9.00 $3.60 $5.75 $30.00 $878.20
NBA average $96.57 $6.92 $3.84 $4.82 $15.21 $442.28

1.    Cleveland Cavaliers

Finally beginning to recover from the void left by Lebron James’ departure in 2010, the Cavaliers offer the cheapest live game experience for families with a TFC of $223. Cavs ticket prices on the resale market are the lowest in the entire league. Fans can also take advantage of the $5 parking costs, among the cheapest of all teams. For a squad expected to be greatly improved and contend for a playoff spot this season with young superstar Kyrie Irving leading the way, families can definitely find great value with Cavs games.

2.    Indiana Pacers  

After pushing the reigning champions Miami Heat to seven games in the Eastern Conference Finals last season, the Pacers have gotten off to the best start in the NBA thus far into the young 2013-14 season, aided by the emergence of star forward Paul George. Even so, the Pacers have the second lowest TFC in the entire league at less than $263, making them perhaps the best value in the NBA from a cost-quality standpoint. Tickets on the resale market are third lowest of all teams, and beer, soda, hot dog and parking prices are all lower than average. Families should definitely take advantage of the undervalued resale tickets before the team’s success causes a dramatic increase in prices.

3.    Dallas Mavericks  

After enjoying a run as one of the most successful NBA teams of the past decade, the Mavericks failed to qualify the playoffs last season for the first time in 12 years. That, along with the decline of aging Dirk Nowitzki, has caused a dip in ticket prices, resulting in the third lowest TFC of all teams at $263. Resale ticket prices are second lowest in the league and beer and hot dog prices are among the ten lowest. However, given the affordability of every other amenity at American Airlines Center, fans may be surprised by the sky-high cost of parking, which is tied for third most expensive at $20.

4.    Memphis Grizzlies  

With the fourth lowest TFC ($276), the Grizzlies present a great value for their fans. The franchise is coming off of its first appearance in the Western Conference Finals last season and should be a lock for another postseason berth this year. Therefore, the team’s median ticket price of $55, about $40 less than the league average, should come as a bit of a pleasant surprise to fans. Families hoping to attend games at the FedExForum this year will enjoy below-average prices on soda and parking in addition to the relatively cheap tickets on the resale market.

5.    San Antonio Spurs  

Over the last 15 years, the Spurs have been one of the most successful franchises in all of sports, winning four NBA championships in that period and barely losing to the Miami Heat in the 2013 NBA Finals. Luckily for Spurs fans, the team continues to somehow be underrated in favor of larger-market teams, resulting in the fifth lowest TFC in the league at $278. Median ticket prices are just $59 and other costs are significantly lower than league averages – the Spurs offer the cheapest soda in the NBA at $2.50 for 16 oz. These low prices, along with the Spurs’ history of excellence on the court, make the team one of the best values in the NBA for families.

6.    Denver Nuggets  

Coming off a long stretch of regular season success, the Nuggets are entering a new era. Ticket prices have decreased dramatically from last year, resulting in a TFC of $291. Fans in Colorado (home to several major breweries) can especially take advantage of the lowest beer prices in the NBA – 16 oz. of beer at a Nuggets home game cost about a third of the price one would pay at a Lakers game.

7.    New Orleans Pelicans  

Formerly known as the Hornets, the Pelicans are looking to build their franchise through a new team name, new ownership and a young roster. The team may not have enough experience to make the playoffs in the competitive Western Conference this year, but families in New Orleans can take in a live home game with this talented team for a relatively low price – the Pelicans’ TFC of $293 is seventh lowest in the league. Although soda is more expensive at New Orleans Arena than almost any other NBA arena, beer and hot dogs cost less than average.

8.    Milwaukee Bucks  

The Bucks haven’t tasted playoff success in many years and are in the midst of a transition period as they hope to build a team that can compete.   Families in Milwaukee can enjoy the eighth lowest costs in the NBA – the Bucks’ TFC of $298 is $144 below the league average. Parking costs are among the ten most expensive, but beer prices are at the league-wide average and hot dog prices are tied for third cheapest. However, soda at BMO Harris Bradley Center is the most expensive of all 30 teams.

9.    Washington Wizards  

The Wizards are one of many teams in the Eastern Conference hoping to make the leap to earning a playoff spot this year. The team’s TFC of $319 is only the ninth lowest in the league, making them a very reasonable value. Although ticket prices should increase if Washington legitimately threatens to make the postseason as the year progresses, fans should be able to find good deals on tickets on the resale market depending on the matchup. Beer prices at Verizon Center are lower than average, but families should avoid most other costs, including parking, for which the Wizards charge the fourth highest figure in the NBA.

10.   Minnesota Timberwolves  

The Timberwolves are expected to make the playoffs for the first time since 2004 and have gotten off to a strong start this season behind the efforts of their star player, Kevin Love. Still, ticket prices on the resale market for Wolves’ home games are much lower than average and the team’s TFC of $324 is tenth lowest. Families should take advantage of undervalued tickets on the resale market before the team’s success drives prices up, but they may want to do their best to avoid spending on food and drinks at games – beer, soda, and hot dog prices at Target Center are all higher than average.

11.   Detroit Pistons  

The Pistons rank 11th in the league with a TFC of $333. Median ticket prices for the team, which is expected to compete for a playoff spot this season, are near the middle of the pack. However, beer, soda, hot dog and parking prices are all among the six lowest of the 30 teams in their respective categories, meaning families can get great value for the entire package if they can find good deals on resale tickets.

12.   Utah Jazz  

The Jazz let go of a couple veteran players this offseason and are hoping to rebuild through the development of several young and talented players on the roster. However, a rebuilding year typically means a team will lose many games and the Jazz has gone winless through two weeks of the 2013-14 season. The team’s TFC of $345 is 12th lowest among all the teams. However, families who want to attend games at EnergySolutions Arena can expect resale ticket prices to decrease throughout the season, at which point they can take advantage of cheap games, as well as the NBA’s second lowest and third lowest prices for soda and hot dogs, respectively.

13.   Sacramento Kings  

Sacramento almost lost its NBA team this past year when a possible relocation to Seattle was ultimately rejected. With new ownership (who paid an NBA record $535 million to acquire the team) and renewed spirits, the franchise looks to rebuild towards success. The Kings’ TFC of $347 is 13th lowest in the league and is about $100 less than the NBA average. Moreover, beer, hot dog and parking costs are all lower than average so Sacramento families can definitely optimize their live game experience by hunting for value tickets on the resale market throughout the season.

14.   Philadelphia 76ers  

The 76ers entered the 2013-14 season with a roster thought to be largely devoid of any major talent, leading to many projections that the team would be the worst in the NBA. However, Philadelphia has started the season in strong fashion and has surprised many fans. The team’s TFC of $381 is below the league average, but isn’t low enough to reflect the “worst-in-the-league” level expected of their performance this year. As the season develops, expect ticket prices to continue dropping, meaning families can likely find very cheap tickets on the resale market if the team begins to lose a few games in a row. However, beer should probably be avoided at Wells Fargo Center, where the 76ers charge the second highest price in the NBA.

15.   Charlotte Bobcats

The Bobcats have only made the postseason once in the team’s nine year existence and are perennially among the league’s worst teams. Therefore, it’s a bit surprising to see the team in the middle of the pack with a TFC of $399. Charlotte has upgraded their roster this season and could surprise some teams, so families can take advantage by finding some discount home tickets on the resale market and enjoying $5 parking costs, tied for the lowest of all 30 teams.

16.   Boston Celtics  

The good news for Celtics fans is that the franchise, historically one of the best in the entire league in terms of championship success, has seen a decrease in ticket prices for the 2013-14 season. The bad news, however, is the reason for this decrease – the team is projected to be one of the worst in the NBA this year as it looks to rebuild after the end of the “Big 3” era. Boston’s TFC of $85 is right in the middle of the league. TD Garden’s beer and soda prices are among the most expensive, and parking is especially pricey at $34. Families would be wise to hunt for discount tickets on the secondary market and commute to Celtics games this season.

17.   Phoenix Suns  

The Suns, another team projected by most to be among the worst in the NBA this season, have also been a surprise by starting the 2013-14 season on a tear. With a new General Manager, a rookie Head Coach and a roster filled with young, inexperienced talent, Phoenix is clearly rebuilding for the future but has somehow exceeded almost everyone’s expectations thus far. The Suns’ TFC of $422 is just below the league average with the 13th highest median ticket prices of 30 teams. Although those ticket prices may change based on the team’s performance throughout the season, families can definitely take advantage of below-average prices on beer, soda and parking, as well as the cheapest hot dog in the NBA.

18.   Orlando Magic  

The Magic is currently in the midst of a rebuilding period with a roster full of young, talented, but mostly unproven players. However, their ticket prices don’t really reflect this, as the median price on the secondary market of $95 is tied for 10th highest of all teams. The Magic’s TFC of $424 is only just below the league average. The Magic is Orlando’s only major sports team, so a demand exists even for a subpar team. Families can find cheaper tickets throughout the course of the season on the resale market and take advantage of the below-average food, drink and parking costs.

19.   Portland Trail Blazers  

The Portland Trail Blazers are hoping to use the talents of reigning Rookie of the Year, Damian Lillard, to fight for a playoff spot this season.  Expectations are higher this year than last and they are reflected in increased ticket prices for the 2013-14 season. The Blazers’ $429 TFC is 12th highest in the NBA. Ticket, beer and parking prices are all at about the NBA average but hot dogs at home games are tied for most expensive in the league.

20.   Golden State Warriors  

After a surprisingly successful 2012-13 season, the Warriors are expected to be one of the best teams in the Western Conference this year with one of the league’s most electrifying young stars in Stephen Curry. Reflecting this, ticket prices on the secondary market increased greatly, leaving Golden State with the eleventh highest TFC in the league at $441. All the categorical prices for Golden State are near or above the league averages, including parking costs, which fans can avoid by taking BART to Oracle Arena.

21.   Atlanta Hawks  

The Hawks’ TFC of $493 has them as the tenth most expensive team for families. The team has made the playoffs for six straight years and even with a new Coach and General Manager at the helm this year, Atlanta’s median ticket prices are among the ten most expensive. Families hoping to catch a few games at Philips Arena do have an advantage in parking prices, where they can find a spot for $10, among the ten lowest parking costs of all 30 teams.

22.   Toronto Raptors  

As the only NBA team located outside of the U.S., the Raptors have a unique local fan base. Even though the team has never quite achieved much success since its inception in 1995 and is now a borderline contender for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference, the team has the ninth highest TFC in the NBA at $506. The team charges higher than average prices in every category included in the methodology. Canadian families who want to attend an NBA game don’t really have many choices so accepting these costs to watch an average team this season is a choice they have to make.

23.   Houston Rockets  

After the emergence of James Harden last year and the offseason signing of Dwight Howard, the Rockets have entered the 2013-14 season with very high expectations. Their TFC of $540 is 8th in the NBA and nearly $100 higher than the league-wide average. Beer and parking costs are near the league average and soda prices are relatively low, but families hoping to enjoy hot dogs during games will have to pay more than fans of 27 other teams.

24.   Brooklyn Nets  

Barclays Center is the newest and most expensive NBA arena ever built, so it’s not a surprise to see the Nets rank among the ten most expensive teams for beer, hot dogs and parking. The team is also projected to be a contender in the Eastern Conference this season and boasts a roster full of recognizable faces, which has definitely been reflected in Brooklyn’s TFC of $572, the seventh highest of all teams. Families hoping to catch a Nets game this year will definitely have to reach deep into their wallets.

25.   Los Angeles Clippers  

Long considered to be an afterthought in the LA basketball scene, the Clippers have finally become a consistent playoff contender. Expectations are high this season, as are ticket prices. The team has the sixth most expensive tickets on the resale market, resulting in the sixth highest TFC of all teams at $585. Playing in the same arena as the rival Lakers, the Clippers will prove to be the better value between the two teams this season from a fan cost perspective.

26.   Miami Heat  

The Miami Heat are coming off of two straight NBA championships and are the favorites to win it all again in the 2013-14 season. It should come as no surprise that Heat home games are among the most expensive in the league. The team’s TFC of $696 is the fourth highest in the league and its median ticket price of $155 is fifth most expensive. For the best team in the league two straight years and the best player in Lebron James, that’s not necessarily bad value. However, families hoping to enjoy a game at American Airlines Arena should try to avoid certain costs, such as the most expensive hot dog ($6) and parking ($35) in the NBA.

27.   Oklahoma City Thunder  

Behind young superstars Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook, the Thunder is now one of the best teams in the NBA year in and year out. Although the team is in a relatively small market, it is the only major professional sports team in the state and its TFC of $719 is the fourth highest in the league. Ticket prices on the resale marker are the third highest of all teams, only costing less than Knicks and Lakers games. The good news? Parking costs are the lowest in the NBA and beer prices are tied for third lowest.

28.   Chicago Bulls  

Bulls tickets for the 2013-14 season have seen a solid increase in price on the resale market due to the return of superstar Derrick Rose, who missed all of last season to recover from a knee injury. Now, the Bulls, who have consistently enjoyed a large fan base since the Michael Jordan years, are the third-most expensive team to watch live, with a TFC of $726. Tickets prices are fourth highest and beer, soda, hot dog and parking costs are all on the more expensive side.

29.   Los Angeles Lakers  

The Lakers are one of the most successful teams in NBA history and are a brand unto themselves. However, the team is projected by most to have a disappointing season as star Kobe Bryant recovers from an Achilles injury. Even in a down year with lower ticket prices, the Lakers’ TFC of $789 is the second highest in the NBA. Soda price is the only category where the Lakers fans can enjoy a below-average cost. If families want to attend a Lakers game at Staples Center regardless of team quality, this is most likely the season to do so due to relatively lower prices, but they will still be paying a premium for the Laker brand.

30.   New York Knicks  

Knicks games are by far the most expensive to attend of all 30 teams in the NBA. The team’s 2013-14 TFC of $878 is the highest in the league, nearly $100 more than the second most expensive team, the Lakers, and almost twice as much as the league-wide average of $442. Knicks tickets are the most expensive on the retail market with a median price of $200 and the team ranks among the six most expensive in the NBA for beer, hot dogs and parking. Madison Square Garden is one of the most famous and recognizable stadiums in the world and the Knicks franchise is regularly listed as one of the most valuable in sports, so the fact that the team is a playoff contender will only make it more difficult for families to fit attending games into their budgets.

 

Median resale ticket prices were obtained from Vivid Seats. Beer, soda, hot dog and parking prices were obtained from Team Marketing Report.

How Much Are NBA Tickets?

One of the most exciting and thrilling aspects of being an NBA fan is the opportunity to attend a live NBA game.  While watching an NBA game on your home television can be enjoyable and relaxing, particularly with a side of your favorite food item, nothing truly compares to the thrill and energy you feel while at the stadium.

However, for many of us, the price of an NBA ticket is a major deciding factor when it comes to deciding whether or not to attend an NBA game.   And, unless you are a season ticket holder, certain games may simply be past your comfort level.

That is why, below, we are going to review just how much NBA tickets are for each team.  By looking at each team’s average ticket prices and cost for the 2021-22 NBA season, you’ll be a more informed and smarter shopper and will be able to better determine whether or not attending a live game is financially feasible.

What Affects the Price of NBA Tickets?

When it comes to the price of NBA tickets, not all tickets are priced equally.  Attending a home game for a popular team or one in a large metro area, will typically cost more.  Similarly, attending a game for an extremely competitive team or one that has recently won the NBA Finals, will also cost more.

In addition, if your home team is hosting a popular team or a team with a popular player, then those ticket prices will also be more expensive.   The reason for this is simple economics and supply and demand.  Supply and demand is a theory which helps to explain the relationship between sellers of a resource, in this case the tickets, and the willingness of buyers to purchase and acquire those resources.

And in the case of a popular team or player coming to your home team’s arena, there is typically a higher demand and interest in attending those games by the general public.  As such, ticket prices to those games will typically be more expensive than the average price.

How to Get Cheap NBA Tickets?

Purchasing cheaper NBA tickets is similar to purchasing cheaper MLB ones.  As such, you should look to avoid. Purchasing NBA tickets which are placed on advanced sale. These tickets are typically offered in advance and by the individual NBA team.  And as a way to drum up pent up interest and demand, the tickets are typically higher priced.

Similarly, checking third-party resellers, such as StubHub can be a great way to get cheap NBA tickets.   These tickets are often sold by other fans and will be priced competitively to ensure a successful sale.

Further, waiting until a day or two before the game may help to have the price of the tickets fall and be more accessible.  Again, the reason for this is due to other fans wanting to offload their tickets and their willingness to accept a lower price to part with them.

Further, purchasing tickets during colder months and when the weather is a bit harsher has been seen as a great way to get cheap tickets.  This is because most fans don’t want to travel and leave their houses during those weather conditions and the demand for tickets will fall.

And lastly, avoiding certain games, players, and teams is another great way to purchase cheaper tickets.  As the demand for tickets rises with certain games, teams, and players, simply avoiding attending those games is a great way to save on the cost of the ticket.

Reasons to Attend an NBA Game

While you don’t have to be a diehard fan to attend an NBA game, doing so can enhance the experience and create a deeper connection with the team and the game.   Here are some additional reasons why you may want to attend an NBA game.

  • NBA Games Are Exciting – the excitement and energy at an NBA game is really unmatched.  With throngs of likeminded fans, you are able to enjoy every moment in person and enjoy the euphoria of the crowd when a big play occurs.
  • Basketball is a Great Bonding Experience – whether you are going to the game with family, friends, or loved-ones, the experiences you gain will last a lifetime.  From the drive over to the stadium, to simply finding your seats, to discussing the intricacies of the game, you’ll find yourself bonding with those with you.
  • You’ll Cement a Lifelong Love of the Game in Your Kids – in addition to the bonding experience, taking your kids to the local game will help them to form a lifelong love of both the game and the local team.  If you are a diehard fan, then taking your kids to the game will help them to learn to both appreciate and enjoy the game and the local team.
  • The Food – from hotdogs to pretzels to slices of pizza, basketball stadiums are famous for their assortment of food items and beverages.  And what better way is there to enjoy the game then with some great food.

Price of NBA Tickets by Team
  • Atlanta Hawks – the Atlanta Hawks play at State Farm Arena, located at 1 State Farm Drive, Atlanta, GA, 30303.  On average, 200-level tickets are priced between $15-$22, with 100-level tickets priced around $150, and courtside tickets priced between $500-$1,000.
  • Boston Celtics – the Boston Celtics play at TD Garden, located at 100 Legends Way, Boston, MA, 02114.  On average, upper-level tickets are priced between $50-$75 and lower-level tickets are priced between $150-$200 a ticket.  VIP and courtside tickets are priced between $600-$1,100.
  • Brooklyn Nets – the Brooklyn Nets play at Barclays Center, located at 620 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11217.    Upper-level tickets are priced between $18-$27 and lower-level tickets are priced between $68-$125 and courtside tickets are priced between $1,330-$2,000.
  • Charlotte Hornets – the Charlotte Hornets play at Spectrum Center at 333 E Trade Street, Charlotte, NC, 28202.  Upper-level tickets range between $6-$12, lower-level tickets range between $73-$197, and courtside tickets are priced at $900+.
  • Chicago Bulls – the Chicago Bulls play at the United Center at 1901 W Madison Street, Chicago, IL, 60612.  Upper-level tickets range from $53-$220. With lower-level tickets ranging from $242-$680.
  • Cleveland Cavaliers – the Cleveland Cavaliers play at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse at 1 Center Court, Cleveland, OH, 44115.  Upper-level tickets range from $10-$12, lower-level tickets range from $57-$223.
  • Dallas Mavericks – the Dallas Mavericks play at American Airlines Center at 2500 Victory Park Lane, Dallas, TX, 75219.   Upper-level tickets range from $18-$187 with lower-level tickets ranging from $132-$310 and courtside tickets starting at $2,000.  
  • Denver Nuggets – the Denver Nuggets play at Ball Arena at 1000 Chopper Circle, Denver, CO, 80204.   Upper-level tickets range from $6-$32, lower-level tickets range from $30-$150 and courtside seats range $300-$1,000.
  • Detroit Pistons – the Detroit Pistons play at Little Caesars Arena at 2645 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48201.  Tickets for upper-level seats range between $17-$34 with lower-level tickets ranging between $72-$157 and courtside seats ranging from $478-$4,077.
  • Golden State Warriors – the Golden State Warriors play at Chase Center at 1 Warriors Way, San Francisco, CA, 94158.  Tickets to the Golden State Warriors are some of the most expensive, with upper-level tickets ranging between $63-$150, lower-level tickets ranging from $325-$1,400 and courtside seats ranging between $2,000-$8,000 per ticket.
  • Houston Rockets –  the Houston Rockets play at the Toyota Center at 1510 Polk Street, Houston, TX, 77002.  Upper-level tickets range from $17-$39 and lower-level tickets range from $145-$225.  Courtside tickets to the Houston Rockets start at $702.
  • Indiana Pacers – the Indiana Pacers play at Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 125 S Pennsylvania Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46204.  Upper-level tickets range from $15-$25 with lower-level tickets ranging from $82-$218. 
  • Los Angeles Clippers –  the Los Angeles Clippers play at Crypto.com Arena, formerly Staples Center, at 1111 S Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90015.  Upper-level tickets range from $12-$30 and lower-level tickets range from $193-$700.  Courtside seats start t $1,700.
  • Los Angeles Lakers –  the Los Angeles Lakers also play at Crypto.com Arena, formerly Staples Center, at 1111 S Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90015.   Upper-level tickets range from $55-$93 and lower-level tickets range from $500-$2,500.  Courtside seats start t $5,500 and go up to $18,000.
  •  Memphis Grizzlies – the Memphis Grizzlies play at FedEx Forum at 191 Beale Street, Memphis, TN, 38103.  Upper-level tickets range from $6-$20 with lower-level tickets ranging from $101-$308.  Courtside seats start at $800.
  • Miami Heat – the Miami Heat play at FTX Arena at 601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL, 33132.  Upper-level tickets range from $37-$120 with lower-level seats ranging from $145-$325.  Courtside seats to a Miami Heat game start at $2,884.
  • Milwaukee Bucks – the Milwaukee Bucks play at Fiserv Forum at 1111 Vel R. Phillips Ave., Milwaukee, WI, 53203.  Upper-level tickets range from $10-$140 and lower-level seats range from $95-$215.  Courtside seats begin at $971.
  • Minnesota Timberwolves – the Minnesota Timberwolves play at the Target Center at 600 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55403.   Upper-level tickets start at $21 and lower-level seats range from $170-$237.   
  • New Orleans Pelicans – the New Orleans Pelicans play at Smoothie King Center at 1501 Dave Dixon Dr., New Orleans, LA, 70113.  Upper-level tickets range from $6-$20 with lower-level tickets ranging from $33-$196.  Courtside seats range from $300-$1,600.
  • New York Knicks – the New York Knicks play at, perhaps, the most famous arena in the world, Madison Square Garden.  Madison Square Garden is located at 4 Pennsylvania. Plaza,  New. York, NY, 10001.  Tickets to Madison Square Garden are typically expensive, ranging from $40-$120 for upper-level seats, $204-$378 for lower-level, and $4,250 for courtside seats.
  • Oklahoma City Thunder – the Oklahoma City Thunder play at Paycom Center at 100 W Reno Ave, Oklahoma City, OK, 73102.  Upper-level tickets range from. $6-$30 with lower-level tickets ranging from $113-$230.   
  • Orlando Magic – the Orlando Magic play at Amway Center at 400 W Church Street, Suite 200, Orlando, FL, 32801.  Upper-level tickets range from $23-$78 with lower-level tickets ranging from $229-$445.
  • Philadelphia 76ers – the Philadelphia 76ers play at Wells Fargo Center at 3601 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19148. Upper-level tickets range from $10-$40 with lower-level ones ranging from $158-$300.  Courtside seats to a Philadelphia 76ers game start at $3,431.
  • Phoenix Suns – the Phoenix Suns play at Footprint Center at 201 East Jefferson Street Phoenix, AZ 85004.  Upper-level tickets range from $85-$150 with lower-level tickets ranging from $31-$1,350.  Courtside tickets to the Phoenix Suns starts at $1,812 and goes as high as $5,607.
  • Portland Trail Blazers – the Portland Trail Blazers play at Moda Center at 1 N Center Ct St, Portland, OR 97227.  Upper-level tickets range from $6-$20 with lower-level ones ranging from $111-$255.   Courtside tickets start at $395 and are some of the most affordable.
  • Sacramento Kings – the Sacramento Kings play at Golden 1 Center at 500 David J Stern Walk, Sacramento, CA 95814.  Upper-level tickets range from $6-$30 with lower-level tickets ranging from $59-$202.   Courtside tickets to the. Sacramento Kings start at $631.
  • San Antonio Spurs – the San Antonio Spurs play at the AT&T Center at 1 AT&T Center Parkway, San Antonio, TX 78219.  Upper-level tickets range from $9-$27 with lower-level tickets ranging from $95-$225.
  • Toronto Raptors – the Toronto Raptors play at Scotiabank Arena at 40 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5J 2X2, Canada and are the only NBA team located in Canada.  As such, prices for Toronto Raptors tickets are in Canadian dollars.  For upper-level seats, prices range from $40-$74 and for lower-level, tickets range from $167-$300.  Courtside seats to a Raptors game begin at $750 and can go up to $2,000.
  • Utah Jazz – the Utah Jazz play at Vivint Arena at 301 S Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101.  Upper-level seats range from $14-$25 with lower-level seats ranging from $124-$366 and courtside seats ranging from $719-$1,295.
  • Washington Wizards – the Washington Wizards play at Capital One Arena at 601 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004.  Upper-level tickets range from $10-$25 and lower-level tickets range from $111-$377.  Courtside seats range from $1,262-$2,150.

NBA 2K22 - PS4 and PS5 games

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Rules of Basketball

How the rules have changed in your favorite game

How the rules have changed in your favorite game

WE ALL LOVE TO PLAY BASKETBALL, BUT DO YOU KNOW THE RULES EXACTLY?

Basketball was invented by James Naismith in 1891. Then everything was different: playgrounds, baskets, balls…

!!! Read about the evolution of balls in the article:

Basketball was invented by James Naismith in 1891. Everything was different back then: playgrounds, baskets, balls…

!!! Read about the evolution of balls in the article:

The history of basketballs

The history of basketballs

What balls are played now and how it happened

Beginning

The rules have also changed a lot during this time. Initially, there were only 13 of them in basketball:

  1. The ball can be thrown in any direction with one or two hands.
  2. The ball may be hit with one or both hands in any direction, but never with the fist.
  3. The player cannot run with the ball. The player must throw the ball from the point at which he caught it, except for a player running at high speed.
  4. The ball must be held with the hands. You can not use the forearms and body to hold the ball.
  5. In any case, hitting, grabbing, holding and pushing the opponent is not allowed. The first violation of this rule by any player shall be called a foul; the second foul disqualifies him until the next ball is scored, and if there was an obvious intention to injure the player, then a disqualification for the entire game. It is not allowed to replace a disqualified player.
  6. Punching the ball is a violation of points 2 and 4, the penalty is described in point 5.
  7. commit no foul).
  8. A point is scored if a ball thrown or bouncing off the floor hits the basket and stays there. Defending players are not allowed to touch the ball or basket while shooting. If the ball touches the edge and the opponents move the basket, then a point is scored.
  9. If the ball goes out of bounds, it must be dropped into the field by the first player to touch it. In the event of a dispute, the referee must throw the ball into the field. The thrower is allowed to hold the ball for five seconds. If he holds it longer, then the ball is given to the opponent. If either side tries to play for time, the referee must give them a foul.
  10. The referee must monitor the actions of the players and fouls, and notify the referee of three consecutive fouls. He shall have the power to disqualify players under rule 5.
  11. The referee must watch the ball and determine when the ball is in play (inbounds) and when it is out of bounds (out of bounds), which side should be in possession of the ball, and any other actions that the referee would normally take .
  12. The game consists of two halves of 15 minutes each with a break of 5 minutes between them.
  13. The side with the most goals during this time period is the winner.

The most important rule change in the history of basketball is the introduction of dribbling. In the original version of the game, this was prohibited by paragraph 3 of the rules.

One of the first changes in the game and the rules was the replacement of the basket with a ring with a net. It seemed to be very inconvenient to climb after the ball every time after a hit. Around the same time, free throws, dribbling appeared, and the composition of the teams was fixed for 5 players on the court at the same time. Before that, in some matches, up to 50 people could be on the court at the same time. All this happened back in 1896-1897.

The emergence of FIBA ​​(International Basketball Federation)

Basketball at the beginning of the 20th century became more popular and the rules in each country could be different. This was one of the reasons why FIBA ​​appeared in 1932 year. At the first FIBA ​​Congress, the teams were approved (5 people and 2 substitutes), and it was decided that after each goal there would be a throw-in in the center. This rule was removed after 4 years to reduce the advantage of tall players.

Over the next few years, the main changes were related to the number of personal fouls, the number of players on the bench and the introduction of a time limit for getting the ball into the opponent's half of the court.

More changes came in 1952 after the Olympic Games. The game became very boring, because the teams held the ball, having received a minimal lead in the score. Everyone understood this and searched for solutions for several years in order to save the life of basketball. At 1954 Danny Biason proposed to the NBA to limit the time for the shot to 24 seconds. At the 1956 Olympics, there was a similar rule: it was necessary to make a throw in 30 seconds. At the same time, to add equality between defense and attack, another rule familiar to us appeared: you need to start dribbling the ball before the supporting leg comes off.

Then the game became similar to the modern one from a technical point of view: dribbling, shots, a three-second zone appeared. In 1979, the NBA added a three-point line, and in 19In 1984, FIBA ​​also added an arc.

!!! An article about the evolution of the three-point shot and interesting facts:

10 interesting facts about the three-point shot.

10 interesting facts about the three-point shot.

Three-pointer evolution and insane records.

Changes in the rules and basketball since 1956 have included the number of free kicks, the situations in which these free kicks are given, and individual and team penalties. Some rules were introduced, and a few years later they were canceled. For example, the "3 for 2" rule: if a player was fouled in the shooting phase, then if one of the first two shots was missed, he could make another free throw. This rule was later removed.

Since the 1990s there have been constant changes: the emergence of alley-oops, changes in the timing and rewriting of the rules of running, which continue to this day.

From the most interesting: if the team has 0.3 seconds or less to throw the ball from behind, then it must be a one-touch throw. It takes at least 0.4 seconds to perform a full throw.

Derrick Fisher made similar throws:

And here is a small selection of videos of how they throw in 0.


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