Spurs-Pelicans games in Paris, Manchester sold out, NBA says

The NBA confirmed that tickets have sold out for the 2027 games in Paris and Manchester, scheduled for January. The matchups will feature the San Antonio Spurs and the New Orleans Pelicans, marking another step in the league’s international expansion.

The Spurs enter the overseas showcase on the back of a 62–20 record, sitting at No. 2 in the Western Conference and holding the league’s No. 2 power ranking. With a net rating of +8.3, an 8‑2 run in their last ten games, and a one‑game losing streak, they remain one of the league’s most efficient teams heading into the global stage.

For the Pelicans, the sold‑out venues provide a high‑profile platform to compete against a top‑tier opponent and to reach new audiences abroad. Both clubs will look to use the exposure to build momentum as the regular season continues.

The events underscore the NBA’s strategy to grow its brand worldwide while giving elite teams like the Spurs an opportunity to showcase their style of play on an international stage.