Coretta Scott King Classic Tickets Prudential Center
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Coretta Scott King Classic Prudential Center, NJ NBA
JAN
18
Prudential Center
25 Lafayette Street, Newark, NJ, 07102
Monday, January 18, 2027
Starts at 12:00 PM
Coretta Scott King Classic at Prudential Center
The Coretta Scott King Classic brings basketball to Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey on January 18, 2027. The event is listed under Sports and Basketball on ticketsny.org. The arena, widely known locally as “The Rock,” provides a major downtown setting for a day of competition.
Named in honor of Coretta Scott King, the classic offers a basketball-focused occasion at an arena best known as the home of the NHL's New Jersey Devils. Specific participating teams, tip-off times, tournament details, and opening acts have not been provided, so check the event listing for updates as plans are confirmed. Prices currently start around $40; availability and prices may change.
Venue and Seating Information
Prudential Center is a modern, multi-level arena with a stated capacity of approximately 19,500. Its seating is arranged across the Lower Bowl, Club Level, and Upper Level, giving attendees options at different heights and price points. The arena is in downtown Newark, close to Newark Penn Station and the city's Ironbound neighborhood.
For basketball, lower-bowl center sections can offer a closer view of the court, while the Club Level's central sections provide a mid-level perspective and premium amenities. Upper-level seats offer a broader view of the arena; the most distant corner sections may feel less close to the action. Accessible seating is available.
Parking and Getting to Prudential Center
Newark Penn Station is connected to the arena by a skybridge, making public transit a practical alternative to driving. NJ Transit, PATH, and Amtrak serve the station. Event-night traffic and parking demand can increase, so plan your route and allow extra time.
- Prudential Center Garage: 25 Lafayette St, Newark, NJ 07102. The attached garage is listed at approximately $20–$40; rates may vary. Check parking information.
- National Newark Parking: 1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102. Nearby garage parking is listed at approximately $20–$35; confirm availability and current pricing before arrival.
- NJ Transit to Newark Penn Station: Fares vary by origin. The station is connected to Prudential Center via skybridge.
