The Liberty draw the loudest crowd in Brooklyn sports, and a 1pm tip against the Chicago Sky puts a nationally televised game in front of a seafoam-green sellout arena. Ellie the Elephant's costume changes, the Timeless Torches and the upper-deck drum line make the in-arena show as much of a draw as the basketball. If you want a Brooklyn afternoon that feels like an event without a late night, take this one.
What to expect
Doors open about an hour before tip. You walk into a sea of seafoam jerseys, a live DJ and warmups on the floor you can watch from the lower bowl. Expect timeout routines from the Timeless Torches, an Ellie the Elephant entrance that the crowd films, and a concourse of Brooklyn food vendors behind the seating bowl.
Good to know
- Atlantic Av-Barclays Ctr is served by the 2/3/4/5/B/D/N/Q/R and LIRR.
- Arena bag policy is small clear bags only; leave backpacks at home.
- Upper-bowl corners are the cheapest seats with a full view of the floor.
- Barclays Center is fully cashless, so bring a card or phone wallet.
- An afternoon start makes this workable for families with young kids.
- Arrive early if you want the Ellie the Elephant entrance on video.
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Common questions
How do I get to Barclays Center?
Nine subway lines plus the LIRR converge at Atlantic Av-Barclays Ctr, which empties directly onto the arena plaza.
Is this game on TV?
Yes, the matchup is scheduled for a national broadcast on CBS with streaming on Paramount+.
What is the cheapest way in?
Upper-bowl seats have been listed from around $28; prices move with demand as tip-off approaches.
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