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October 2 2025- October 4 2025 / Etihad Arena

NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ Tickets

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NBA Returns to the UAE: New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers Live at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi

The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ are officially returning to the UAE this October, bringing elite basketball action back to Etihad Arena on Yas Island. This year’s edition will see two of the NBA’s most celebrated franchises— the New York Knicks and the Philadelphia 76ers—go head-to-head in a pair of electrifying preseason matchups on Thursday, October 2 and Saturday, October 4.

For fans across the Middle East, this is a rare opportunity to witness world-class NBA talent live in Abu Dhabi. The New York Knicks, two-time NBA champions and one of the league’s most iconic teams, arrive with a stacked lineup that includes All-NBA guard Jalen Brunson, five-time NBA All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns, and a “do-it-all” player in Mikal Bridges.

Facing them on court are the Philadelphia 76ers, three-time NBA champions with a legacy of greatness and a current roster loaded with superstar power. Leading the charge is Joel Embiid, the 2023 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player and a dominant force on both ends of the floor. Joining him are nine-time NBA All-Star Paul George and 2024 All-Star Tyrese Maxey, one of the league’s most exciting young guards.

Both games will take place at Etihad Arena, a world-class venue on Yas Island that has quickly become the home of live entertainment in the region. Designed for unforgettable fan experiences, the arena sets the stage for a historic clash between two of the NBA’s most iconic teams.

The NBA Abu Dhabi Games have become one of the most anticipated events in the UAE’s sporting calendar, drawing fans from across the region and beyond. With this year’s games featuring a roster of All-Stars, MVPs, and future Hall of Famers, demand for tickets is expected to be high. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the Knicks or the Sixers or simply want to experience the excitement of NBA Basketball live in Abu Dhabi, this is your chance to be part of basketball history.

The countdown to tip-off has begun. Get ready for two nights of NBA action, global stars, and non-stop energy—only at the NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 presented by ADQ.

FAQS

Tickets for the NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025 will be available through a Registration Pre-Sale from Tuesday, 24 June at 12:00 PM to Wednesday, 25 June at 12:00 PM, followed by the General On-Sale starting Wednesday, 25 June at 1:00 PM (Gulf Standard Time).

To access the pre-sale, fans can register their interest at visitabudhabi.ae/nba.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster.ae

Fans are strongly advised against purchasing tickets from Viagogo. These tickets are unlawfully resold by deceitful sellers for multiple times the face value and are not legitimate tickets. Should you purchase these tickets you will be denied entry into the venue and you will not be entitled to a refund.

Tickets bought from third party websites like Viagogo are NOT valid for entry, all fans with tickets issued by Viagogo will be barred from entering the venue. Always make sure to only buy tickets from the authorized ticketing agent.

Tickets purchased on both the Etihad Arena website and Ticketmaster.ae are valid for entry.

Please note for this specific event, all tickets will be digital – via registering a Ticketmaster account. After the successful purchase of tickets, fans can access their tickets by either accessing it in My Account or by downloading the Ticketmaster App via Apple or Google Play Store. Tickets will only be available 72 hours before the event. All fans are required to transfer additional tickets to their friends/family attending with them making use of Ticket Transfer.

All tickets for this event are digital and will be delivered to your Ticketmaster account 72 hours before the event. Fans will receive an email notification once tickets are available and can access them via My Account on Ticketmaster or through the Ticketmaster App (available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store).

If you haven’t received your tickets by 48 hours before the event, please contact Ticketmaster Support.

Ticket Transfer lets you send tickets to friends before the event, straight from your Ticketmaster account to theirs. No more driving around town handing out tickets or waiting outside the venue for the friend who’s always late! Ticket Transfer is convenient, simple and free and can be done on your desktop or mobile. Ticket Transfer will be active from 72 hours before the event date. Ticket Transfer does however not apply to a family unit where attendees are under age, in which case the tickets do not have to be transferred.

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