Key facts
- New York Knicks are auctioning two courtside seats for Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
- The current bid for the seats is $500,000.
- The auction closes Sunday at 5 p.m.
- The fair-market value of the seats is approximately $40,000.
- Proceeds will go to The Garden of Dreams Foundation.
The New York Knicks are auctioning two courtside seats for Game 3 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs. Bidding rapidly surpassed $500,000 within 24 hours, significantly exceeding the seats' fair-market value of approximately $40,000. The auction, which closes Sunday at 5 p.m., is raising funds for The Garden of Dreams Foundation. These seats are located in VIP section 10, row AA, offering proximity to the action and a chance to be near athletes, celebrities, and notable New Yorkers. Ticket prices for the series have seen a substantial surge, with general tickets on StubHub listed from $9,000 and some courtside seats reaching $100,000.