President Donald Trump downplayed complaints about the high cost of tickets for the NBA Finals after being questioned about the prices charged to attend New York Knicks games at Madison Square Garden.
Speaking with reporters, Trump said the steep prices reflect the enormous demand for the event and noted that those who cannot attend in person can watch the games on television.
“It’s kind of semi-free to watch it on television. That’s the way life is. If the team wasn’t such a big success, the tickets would be very easy… but that’s the way life is,” Trump said.
The remarks came amid criticism from fans who have complained about the costs of following the Knicks’ historic run toward a championship.
Tickets for the Finals games in New York are among the most expensive in recent American sports history. In some sections, prices exceed $8,000 per seat, while courtside seats can cost as much as $33,000 on the resale market.
Trump, who describes himself as a longtime Knicks fan, confirmed that he will attend the game as a guest of franchise owner James Dolan. The visit will mark the first time a sitting U.S. president has attended an NBA Finals game.
The Knicks’ playoff run has energized New York City in a way not seen for decades. The team is playing in its first Finals since 1999 and is seeking to end a championship drought that has lasted since 1973, a factor that has helped drive ticket demand to record levels.
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