Which team is cheaper to watch: New Orleans Pelicans or Golden State Warriors?

New Orleans Pelicans and Golden State Warriors are effectively tied on monthly cost in their home markets.

Why does the New Orleans Pelicans vs Golden State Warriors gap exist?

Golden State Warriors typically needs 3 services versus 4 for New Orleans Pelicans, and local-market rights are usually the main driver of the gap.

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New Orleans Pelicans vs Golden State Warriors

Which team costs more to watch?

NBA

New Orleans Pelicans

$109

/mo

4 services · $981/yr

Cheaper

NBA

Golden State Warriors

$109

/mo

3 services · $981/yr

It's basically a tie! Both cost about the same.

Why the gap exists

Setup complexity

Golden State Warriors usually asks for 3 services versus 4 for New Orleans Pelicans. That is often the first sign the pricier team has more rights fragmentation.

League context

New Orleans Pelicans ranks #26 in NBA and sits $9 below the league average. Golden State Warriors ranks #25 in NBA and sits $9 below the league average.

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How we checked the math

Last reviewed April 4, 2026

Both baselines use each team's home market: NEW ORLEANS for New Orleans Pelicans and SAN FRANCISCO - OAK - SAN JOSE for Golden State Warriors.
The gap reflects monthly price and service count, so similar headline prices can still hide setup complexity.
Use the calculator if you follow both teams or live outside either home market.