Knicks Tickets Break NBA Opening Night Record
The New York Knicks have broken the NBA record for the most expensive opening night ticket price. According to TickPick, the get-in price for a Knicks-76ers ticket is $1,999. This makes it the most expensive opening-night NBA ticket of all-time.
Why it Matters for New York Knicks
The Knicks are looking to win back-to-back championships for the first time in franchise history. They have a strong roster, led by Jalen Brunson, who averaged 26.0 points, 6.8 assists, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.6 made 3-pointers per game last season. Brunson is expected to be fully healthy for the start of the 2026-27 season after undergoing surgery to repair his left wrist on July 7, 2026.
What Comes Next?
The Knicks will face a tough opponent in the Philadelphia 76ers, who have added LeBron James to their roster. James signed a two-year, $8 million deal with the 76ers on July 24, 2026. The game is scheduled for 7 p.m. EDT inside Madison Square Garden, and fans are eager to see the defending champion Knicks take on the new-look 76ers.
The Knicks have a strong recent form, with a 4-game winning run, including a 90-94 win over the San Antonio Spurs on June 14, 2026. They are looking to continue their winning streak and start the season on a high note.
Knicks Players Respond to Opening Night Matchup
Jalen Brunson acknowledged that the 76ers are an improved team, but said the Knicks need to be ready for battle. "It's a new journey for them, for (LeBron James) and his team, and it should be interesting … Those dudes definitely have a lot of firepower over there, so we gotta make sure that we're ready to go," Brunson said.
Josh Hart took a different approach, saying he was "extremely shocked" by the opening night matchup. "Can't lie. I'm extremely shocked this is the slate," Hart posted on his official X account (@joshhart).
The Knicks are looking to make history by winning back-to-back championships, and they will face a tough opponent in the Philadelphia 76ers on opening night. The game is scheduled for 7 p.m. EDT inside Madison Square Garden, and fans are eager to see the defending champion Knicks take on the new-look 76ers.
