Fan Shells Out Record Amount for NBA Finals Tickets: Report
By Brendan Weber ••
What would you buy with $133,000?
One fan with deep pockets decided on two courtside tickets to Game 5 of the NBA Finals in Oakland Monday night. That astronomical amount marks the most expensive seats ever purchased in NBA history, according to ESPN.
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Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) passes as he is guarded by Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson during the first half of Game Five of the NBA Finals in Oakland, Calif., June 12, 2017.
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Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) reaches for the ball over Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) and guard Kyrie Irving (2) during the first half of Game Five of the NBA Finals in Oakland, Calif., June 12, 2017.
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LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts after a play in the second quarter in Game Four of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 9, 2017, in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Kyrie Irving of the Cleveland Cavaliers gestures to the crowd in the third quarter in Game Four of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 9, 2017, in Cleveland, Ohio.
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LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Kevin Durant of the Golden State Warriors in a heated exchange during the third quarter of Game Four of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 9, 2017, in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Draymond Green of the Golden State Warriors attempts a shot defended by LeBron James in Game Four of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 9, 2017, in Cleveland, Ohio.
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LeBron James looks to pass in the third quarter against Kevin Durant in Game Four of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 9, 2017, in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Kyrie Irving of the Cleveland Cavaliers drives to the basket in the second quarter against Andre Iguodala of the Golden State Warriors in Game Four of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 9, 2017, in Cleveland, Ohio.
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JR Smith of the Cleveland Cavaliers lies on the floor after colliding with LeBron James (not pictured) Game Four of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 9, 2017, in Cleveland, Ohio.
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LeBron James reacts during the first half of Game Four of basketball's NBA Finals in Cleveland, Friday, June 9, 2017.
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Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James drives to the basket during the second half of Game Three of the NBA Finals in Cleveland, June 7, 2017.
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Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors is defended by Kyrie Irving during the first half in Game Three of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 7, 2017, in Cleveland, Ohio.
Kyrie Irving of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors watch the ball in the first quarter in Game Three of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 7, 2017, in Cleveland, Ohio.
Kevin Durant and Draymond Green of the Golden State Warriors celebrate after a play in the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game Three of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 7, 2017, in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Kyle Korver of the Cleveland Cavaliers dunks in the first half of Game Three of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 7, 2017, in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Kevin Durant of the Golden State Warriors reacts during the second half in Game Three of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 7, 2017, in Cleveland, Ohio.
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LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers complains to referee Monty McCutchen against the Golden State Warriors during the first half of Game Three of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 7, 2017, in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant of the Golden State Warriors react during Game Three of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 7, 2017, in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr reacts during the first half Game Three of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 7, 2017, in Cleveland, Ohio.
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David West goes up for a dunk in the second half against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game Three of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 7, 2017, in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Tristan Thompson of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Draymond Green of the Golden State Warriors compete for the ball in the third quarter in Game Three of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 7, 2017, in Cleveland, Ohio.
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LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers is defended by Kevin Durant of the Golden State Warriors during the first half in Game Two of the NBA Finals at ORACLE Arena on June 4, 2017, in Oakland, California.
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LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers grabs a rebound against the Golden State Warriors in Game Two of the NBA Finals on June 4, 2017, at Oracle Arena in Oakland, California.
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Klay Thompson of the Golden State Warriors dunks the ball in Game Two of the NBA Finals at ORACLE Arena on June 4, 2017, in Oakland, California.
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Shaun Livingston of the Golden State Warriors dunks the ball against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game Two of the NBA Finals at ORACLE Arena on June 4, 2017, in Oakland, California.
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Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors goes up for a shot against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game Two of the NBA Finals at ORACLE Arena on June 4, 2017, in Oakland, California.
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Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors reacts to a play in Game One of the NBA Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers at ORACLE Arena on June 1, 2017, in Oakland, California.
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Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors goes up for a shot against Tristan Thompson of the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game One of the NBA Finals at ORACLE Arena on June 1, 2017, in Oakland, California.
The eye-popping tickets were sold Sunday by a season-ticket holder to the buyer using the team's resale site, according to ESPN. The $133,000 price tag also included $17,000 worth of buyer fees.
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OAKLAND, CA - JUNE 12: Golden State Warriors celebrate outside of Oracle Arena on June 12, 2017 in Oakland, California. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers in game five of the NBA Finals by a score of 129-120 to win the NBA Championship. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
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OAKLAND, CA - JUNE 12: Golden State Warriors celebrate outside of Oakland City Hall on June 12, 2017 in Oakland, California. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers in game five of the NBA Finals by a score of 129-120 to win the NBA Championship. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
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OAKLAND, CA - JUNE 12: Golden State Warriors fans react as they watch game 5 of the NBA Finals between the Goldens State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers during a watch party at Era Art Bar and Lounge on June 12, 2017 in Oakland, California. The Golden State Warriors lead the Cleveland Cavaliers 3 games to 1. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
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OAKLAND, CA - JUNE 12: A Golden State Warriors fan cheers on her team against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 5 of the 2017 NBA Finals at ORACLE Arena on June 12, 2017 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
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OAKLAND, CA - JUNE 12: A Golden State Warriors fan climbs a light pole as he celebrates outside of Oakland City Hall on June 12, 2017 in Oakland, California. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers in game five of the NBA Finals by a score of 129-120 to win the NBA Championship. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
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OAKLAND, CA - JUNE 12: Golden State Warriors fans celebrate outside of Oakland City Hall on June 12, 2017 in Oakland, California. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers in game five of the NBA Finals by a score of 129-120 to win the NBA Championship. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
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OAKLAND, CA - JUNE 12: Golden State Warriors fans celebrate outside of Oakland City Hall on June 12, 2017 in Oakland, California. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers in game five of the NBA Finals by a score of 129-120 to win the NBA Championship. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
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OAKLAND, CA - JUNE 12: Golden State Warriors fans celebrate outside of Oakland City Hall on June 12, 2017 in Oakland, California. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers in game five of the NBA Finals by a score of 129-120 to win the NBA Championship. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
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OAKLAND, CA - JUNE 12: Golden State Warriors celebrate outside of Oracle Arena on June 12, 2017 in Oakland, California. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers in game five of the NBA Finals by a score of 129-120 to win the NBA Championship. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
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What could be sweeter? A Golden State Warriors celebration cake!
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OAKLAND, CA - JUNE 12: Fans take photographs outside the arena prior to Game 5 of the 2017 NBA Finals between the Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers at ORACLE Arena on June 12, 2017 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Robert Reiners/Getty Images)
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All in the family: Warriors fans getting ready for Game 5 on Monday.
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Pregame refreshments ready in one Dub Nation household.
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A Golden State Warriors fan takes a selfie in front of the arena before Game 4 of the 2017 NBA Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena on June 9, 2017 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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A dog sports some love for the Golden State Warriors (June 9, 2017)
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Warriors fans show their colors during in Game 2 of the NBA Finals against the Cavs on Sunday night at Oracle Arena. (June 4, 2017)
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Fans celebrate after the Warriors' win over the Cavs in Game 2 of the NBA Finals on Sunday night at Oracle Arena. (June 4, 2017)
Warriors fans celebrate after the team's big win over the Cavs in Game 2 of the NBA Finals on Sunday night at Oracle Arena. (June 4, 2017)
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Warrior Game Face
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Happy 1st day of NBA finals!
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Longtime Golden State Warriors fans Kelly and Kira Lim take a selfie snapshot at the Warriors vs. Spurs Playoffs, Game One at the Oracle Arena in Oakland. (May 14, 2017)
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Put Me In Coach, I'm Ready
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O.co Coliseum
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This youngest and cutest Warriors fan is wearing her "Warriors Girl" onesie with Dubnation Pride! (June 4, 2017)
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Fans celebrate Golden State Warriors win Game 2 Finals versus Cleveland Cavaliers. (June 4, 2017)
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Fans celebrate Golden State Warriors win Game 2 Finals versus Cleveland Cavaliers. (June 4, 2017)
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The Ulpindo Family celebrates their baby shower theme: Golden State Warriors! In time, for the NBA Finals; Golden State Warriors versus Cleveland Cavaliers. (June 4, 2017)
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Darren and his daughter were at Warriors vs Cleveland game 2 and met the Dance Mom!
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Fans celebrate Golden State Warriors win Game 2 Finals versus Cleveland Cavaliers. (June 4, 2017)
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Fans celebrate Golden State Warriors win Game 2 Finals versus Cleveland Cavaliers. (June 4, 2017)
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Fans celebrate Golden State Warriors win Game 2 Finals versus Cleveland Cavaliers. (June 4, 2017)
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Fans celebrate Golden State Warriors win Game 2 Finals versus Cleveland Cavaliers. (June 4, 2017)
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Fans celebrate Golden State Warriors win Game 2 Finals versus Cleveland Cavaliers. (June 4, 2017)
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Fans celebrate Golden State Warriors win Game 2 Finals versus Cleveland Cavaliers. (June 4, 2017)
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Fans celebrate Golden State Warriors win Game 2 Finals versus Cleveland Cavaliers. (June 4, 2017)
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Fans celebrate Golden State Warriors win Game 2 Finals versus Cleveland Cavaliers. (June 4, 2017)
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92 yrs old and loves her some Curry! (June 5, 2017)
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Leila Reese, the biggest little fan killing you with cuteness. #DubNation (June 7, 2017)
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Dub fan shows off his hat and t-shirt. (June 12, 2017)
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Cutest boys wearing their Golden State Warriors gear. (June 12, 2017)
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A family wearing their royal blue for Golden State Warrriors. (June 12, 2017)
For those not wishing to completely break the bank, the cheapest seat in the house as of Monday morning was hovering just above $600 for a spot in the upper deck behind the baskets, according to StubHub.[[426335921, C]]
Game 5 is scheduled to tip at 6 p.m. PST. Golden State can close out the series and capture its second title in three years with a victory.
