It will cost a lot to be a Los Angeles Lakers fan next season. The Lakers' ticket prices will reportedly skyrocket next season, according to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin.
Online basketball personality Rob Perez revealed a 2026–2027 season ticket invoice with a 14% price increase and a 3% "Admin Fee" if the price was not paid in full. Perez posted that the five-month and nine-month payment plans were available for the previous season without a percentage penalty.
ESPN reported that a season ticket in the 300 level has increased from $5,494 in 2024–25 to $6,192 in 2025–26 to $9,035 for 2026–27. This is reportedly a 45.9% hike going into next season, compared with a 12.7% hike in the last renewal cycle.
The Lakers' most notable change between now and last season was October’s approved sale of the team to new owner Mark Walter. The Lakers reportedly sent a statement saying the prices reflect today’s market and the demand to see the team.
The Lakers are also depending on the legacy of the franchise and its current players to justify the prices.
Walter, an owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers, saw that team set a franchise record in attendance during its second straight title run. The Lakers last won a championship in the 2020 bubble season.
"Luka is shaping the present and future of the game in real time with vision, control, and impact every night. LeBron continues to define what longevity, excellence, and leadership look like in this league. Year after year, the benchmark holds. Austin's star power has no ceiling; his dedication to the game is unmatched."
Right now, it is uncertain if that will be enough to keep Crypto.com Arena at its 99.8% occupied capacity. It is also uncertain if LeBron James will still be with the Lakers next season. James will be an unrestricted free agent after this season, and next season will be his 24th if he decides to play. Austin Reaves has a player option and is reportedly expected to opt out of his $14.9 million player option for 2026–27 to pursue a long-term extension.
Currently, the Lakers have a record of 34–21 and are fifth in the Western Conference standings.