TheLos Angeles Lakerssent out their 2026-207 season ticket renewal notice on Friday and the email hit fans inboxes like a cold wind off Figueroa.
Just a few months after Mark Walterofficially became the majority ownerof one of the most decorated franchises in NBA history, one of his first orders of business is to hit fans where it hurts the most — their wallets.
According to emails obtained by the California Post, Walter has raised ticket prices by at least 14 percent and also added a tidy little 3 percent “admin fee.” Because nothing says gratitude to loyal fans like a surcharge wrapped in corporate language.
One season ticket holder, ten years deep in purple and gold loyalty,posted his reality online. Section 303. Row 15. The last row in the building. Five seats. About $15,000 this past season. His new invoice? $22,000.
A $7,000 jump. Overnight. Nearly a 50 percent increase.
More season ticket holders posted their increases as well. 25 percent? 30 percent? How about 67 percent,according to one fan’s new invoice.
And the worst part? No more payment plans without penalty.
Just got my Lakers season ticket invoice. They are not only raising prices next season 14% (for my section), but are also adding a 3% "Admin Fee" if you don't pay in full.5-month and 9-month payment plans were available for recent previous season, without a % penalty.pic.twitter.com/e9dlf0xPL7
No warning. No championship parade attached to it. Just a new owner and a new bill.
If you’re surprised, you haven’t been paying attention.
Source: California Post – Breaking California News, Photos & Videos
