The New York Knicks have temporarily stopped selling tickets after a pricing error led to excessively high prices for the 2026-27 season. The team, which recently won the NBA championship, announced on Thursday that it is pausing individual game ticket sales while it corrects the issue. One example of the inflated prices was for the Oct. 20 season opener against the Philadelphia 76ers, where the get-in price—meaning the lowest available ticket—was listed at over $1,000. In a statement, Madison Square Garden Sports, the organization that owns the Knicks, said it is reverting to last year's ticket prices with an average increase of 12%. This means that while prices will still go up, they will not be as high as initially listed. The team plans to restart ticket sales soon with the corrected prices, and those who have already purchased tickets will be refunded the difference between what they paid and the new, lower price. Ticket prices for the Knicks typically rise after successful seasons, especially when the team makes the playoffs. However, owner James Dolan has not increased prices in years when the team did not qualify for the postseason. This decision reflects a strategy to maintain fan support even during less successful seasons. The Knicks emphasized in their statement that their goal was never to overcharge loyal fans. They thanked supporters for their patience and expressed gratitude for the continued support of the team. The organization aims to ensure that ticket pricing is fair and reflects the team's performance and fan loyalty.