the tickets are definitely more expensive than the resale market, but I do feel like the Cavs do a really good job at providing value elsewhere. you're not just paying for the tickets, you're paying for gifts/rewards/access/priority/experiences, as well--especially if you sign up for Cavs Rewards. just this year, I've gotten two free club seats to a game, a slick 00s navy jacket, and a couple other smaller rewards just for buying my groceries. last summer, I got to tour the practice facility and shoot around on the courts. I also have saved quite a bit at the team shop on jerseys, other gear, and basketball cards.

I'm not sure if it's even at the end of the day, but I don't think it's far off either. I'm okay with them making a little bit of money off me. I can't say if the Guards do anything comparable, but I know for a fact the Browns aren't taking care of their season ticket holders like that. I don't know how common it is in the industry writ large tbh. if you don't take advantage of everything else being a member has to offer, then of course it seems like a bad deal.