The Knicks Game 5 ticket restriction could lead to canceled primary-market orders for buyers living outside the San Antonio area. Ticketmaster sales for the potential championship-clinching game are limited to customers whose billing addresses are within 150 miles of Frost Bank Center.

Game 5 is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. CT on Saturday, June 13, 2026 (8:30 p.m. ET), with New York leading San Antonio 3-1 in the NBA Finals.

Knicks Game 5 ticket restriction uses billing addresses

Ticketmaster’s event notice says residency is determined by the purchaser’s credit card billing address. Orders from outside the 150-mile radius may be canceled and refunded, potentially affecting Knicks supporters traveling from New York, New Jersey and other parts of the country.

The restriction focuses on where the purchaser lives, not which team the buyer supports. However, it could complicate plans for out-of-state fans seeking tickets through the primary market.

New York demand rises before possible title clincher

People, citing TickPick data reported by the New York Post, said about 45% of Game 5 tickets had been purchased by buyers in New York and New Jersey, compared with about 12% in Texas as of Thursday, June 11, 2026. Some fans reportedly planned to fly to Austin and drive to San Antonio to reduce travel costs.

New York moved within one victory of its first championship since 1973 after rallying from 29 points down to beat San Antonio 107-106 in Game 4. Jalen Brunson missed a late 3-point attempt before OG Anunoby converted the decisive putback with 1.2 seconds remaining.

The 150-mile policy adds another layer of tension to Game 5 by prioritizing local buyers while Knicks fans pursue a rare chance to witness a championship clincher on the road.