Ticketmaster reassures Knicks fans about tickets for Game 5 in Texas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 10:17 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Ticketmaster has confirmed that Knicks fans can attend Saturday's Game 5 of the NBA finals against the Spurs in San Antonio. A notice on Ticketmaster's website caused confusion, indicating that tickets purchased by those living over 150 miles from the arena would be canceled. This raised concerns about fans being locked out, prompting responses from New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James, who demanded clarity. Ticketmaster stated that no tickets already purchased would be revoked, while Spurs officials explained the policy is intended to benefit local fans. Knicks representatives also affirmed that all ticket holders would be allowed entry.
- •Ticketmaster confirmed Knicks fans can attend Game 5
- •Confusion arose over ticket purchase restrictions
- •Policy aimed at helping local fans access tickets
- •Governor Hochul and AG James expressed support for Knicks fans
- •Spurs clarified that previously purchased tickets remain valid
- 10:17 PMYahoo Sports — Ticketmaster says Knicks fans won't be locked out of game after last-minute panic
- 10:17 PMBBC News — Ticketmaster says Knicks fans won't be locked out of game after last-minute panic - BBC
"An note on the Ticketmaster website for buying tickets to the game caused confusion and backlash among New Yorkers.
"An note on the Ticketmaster website for buying tickets to the game caused confusion and backlash among New Yorkers.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 10:17 PMTicketmaster says Knicks fans won't be locked out of game after last-minute panic
An note on the Ticketmaster website for buying tickets to the game caused confusion and backlash among New Yorkers.
- BBC NewsJun 13, 2026, 10:17 PMTicketmaster says Knicks fans won't be locked out of game after last-minute panic - BBC
An note on the Ticketmaster website for buying tickets to the game caused confusion and backlash among New Yorkers.
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