Pistons Limit Playoff Ticket Sales by Geography

The Detroit Pistons are employing geographical restrictions on playoff ticket sales for their series against the New York Knicks to limit purchases to residents of Michigan and parts of nearby states and Canada. This measure aims to prevent large-scale ticket purchases by brokers and avoid past instances where Knicks fans have overtaken opposing arenas, as seen in Philadelphia last season. However, the Pistons clarify that the restriction is not intended to exclude Knicks fans specifically, but to maintain ticketing integrity and protect against fraud. The Pistons, who have not hosted a playoff game in six years, look to maintain a strong home-court advantage with games 3 and 4 held in Detroit. Knicks fans can still potentially buy tickets on the secondary market or if they reside in the permitted areas.