The Golden State Warriors have some of the most expensive courtside seats in the NBA. Their home arena, the Chase Center in San Francisco, offers fans a premium courtside experience with unobstructed views of the action. But with this prime real estate comes a hefty price tag. Courtside seats for Warriors games can cost anywhere from $2,000 to over $30,000 per ticket on the secondary market.
Average Cost of Warriors Courtside Seats
According to data aggregated from various ticket resellers, the average price for Warriors courtside seats during the 2022-2023 regular season is around $5,500. This is over 10 times more expensive than the average price for non-courtside seats at Chase Center, which go for about $500.
During the playoffs, the demand and prices for courtside seats increase even further. The average price jumps up to $9,000 per ticket. For the highly coveted NBA Finals, courtside seats have exceeded $30,000 each on secondary marketplaces like StubHub and Vivid Seats.
Factors That Determine Courtside Seat Pricing
Several factors account for the huge variation in courtside seat prices for Warriors games:
Matchup/Opposing Team
Games against other top teams like the Lakers, Celtics, and Nets command much higher prices. Warriors vs Lakers courtside tickets average around $9,500 this season.
Day of the Week
Weekend games are more in-demand than weekday games and therefore more expensive. The average price for a Saturday game is $6,200 while a Tuesday game averages $4,800.
Special Games
Major events like Ring Ceremony Night, Christmas Day games, MLK Day, etc. see significant price inflation compared to regular season games. Courtside seats for the Warriors 2023 season opener on Ring Night went for over $10,000 each.
Playoffs vs Regular Season
As mentioned earlier, playoff tickets are nearly double the cost of regular season tickets. The closer to the NBA Finals, the higher the prices.
Row/Section
Lower row courtside seats and ones closer to the Warriors bench command higher prices than the upper rows or sections in the corners. Center court seats are considered the most desirable.
Courtside Seat Location and Details
There are approximately 64 courtside seats at the Chase Center located in 8 rows (A through H). They surround the entirety of the court, providing fans an immersive experience right next to the players and coaches.
Here is a breakdown of the different Warriors courtside sections and rows at Chase Center:
Sections 15-16
Located directly across from the Warriors bench, Sections 15 & 16 offer some of the best sightlines in the arena. The first few rows (A-C) here are the most coveted and expensive seats, averaging over $10,000 each this season.
Sections 10-11 & 19-20
These sections flank either side of the Warriors bench along the sidelines. The seats are angled towards the bench, allowing fans to be just feet away from the team. Rows A-D run $5,000-$8,000 per ticket on average.
Sections 6-9 & 22-25
Also along the sidelines by the baskets, these sections offer good views of the game action while being close to the visiting team bench. Prices typically run $3,000-$5,000 per seat.
Corners (Sections 1-5, 26-30)
The corner courtside sections usually have the lowest average prices, but still over $2,000 per ticket. Fans get interesting diagonal views of the court here. The overhead tunnel obstructs sightlines slightly.
Courtside Seat Holder Benefits
In addition to the unparalleled views and basketball experience, Warriors courtside ticketholders also enjoy several exclusive perks and amenities:
– Access to the Courtside Club, a luxury lounge with complimentary food and drinks
– In-seat service delivered directly by attendants
– Invitation to postgame meet-and-greet events with players and coaches
– Personalized plaques on seats denoting tenure as a season ticket holder
– Priority to purchase tickets for NBA Finals and other playoff games
– Gift bags, signed merchandise, and other VIP memorabilia
These special benefits contribute to the high demand and prices commanded by Warriors courtside seats, especially for season ticket plans. It is considered an elite status symbol in the Bay Area to be a courtside ticketholder.
Secondary Marketplace Listing Prices
To illustrate the variation in courtside seat prices during the 2022-2023 Warriors season, here are some listings found on secondary ticket marketplaces:
| Date | Opponent | Section | Row | Price Per Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 18, 2022 (Opening Night) | Los Angeles Lakers | 16 | A | $19,991 |
| November 11, 2022 | Cleveland Cavaliers | 8 | C | $4,890 |
| December 25, 2022 (Christmas Day) | Memphis Grizzlies | 15 | B | $17,250 |
| January 28, 2023 | Toronto Raptors | 24 | D | $2,550 |
| February 11, 2023 | Los Angeles Lakers | 16 | A | $12,900 |
This table illustrates how premium opponents, special dates, lower rows, and central sections command the highest prices, sometimes over $10,000 above average costs. While the corners and upper rows still run several thousand dollars per seat as well given the high baseline value.
Getting Access to Warriors Courtside Seats
Given the extreme costs and demand, how can fans actually get courtside seats for Warriors games? Here are a few options:
Buy Season Ticket Package
The main way is to purchase a full season ticket package from the Warriors box office, which requires an application and usually a long waitlist. Season ticket holders can then pay for playoff priority later on.
Luxury Suite Licenses
Many corporations and wealthy individuals purchase entire luxury suites at Chase Center, which include tickets to every event. These licenses can run into the millions.
Buy on Secondary Marketplace
Sites like StubHub, Vivid Seats, and Ticketmaster have individual game listings for courtside seats. Prices vary greatly depending on the specific game.
Special Promotions
The Warriors occasionally run contests and giveaways for select courtside seats on social media and with sponsors. You can also get temporary seats by catching a t-shirt toss or if players dive into the stands!
Conclusion
Warriors courtside seats offer fans the most immersive, premier game experience in the NBA. But the extreme demand and limited supply results in massive costs, with average prices starting around $5,500 and exceeding $30,000 for NBA Finals games on the secondary market. Prices vary depending on the specific game, section, and row.
Season ticket holders get first priority and access to courtside seats, though corporations and fans with deep pockets can also get seats via luxury suites and the secondary market. Given the benefits, amenities, views and sheer exclusivity that comes with Warriors courtside seats, the massive price tags will likely remain high for the foreseeable future.
