NBA First Responder Appreciation Games & Discounts for 2026-2027
As a Police Officer, Firefighter, Paramedic or EMT, you serve your community, protect property, and save lives. Badge Discounts would like to thank you for your service with our complete list of NBA teams that host a First Responders Appreciation Night, and where first responders can get discounts on NBA tickets, gear, and apparel. First Responders can save up to 25% on NBA tickets and take advantage of ticket packages that include free gifts and other special offers. Here is the list of exclusive deals for the 2026-2027 NBA season:
NBA First Responder Appreciation Games
Listed Alphabetically by Team
Boston Celtics- are hosting a first responder appreciation night on Monday, Jan. 11th against the Rockets. Visit their site for pricing and details.
Charlotte Hornets- on January 5th vs the Hawks they are hosting a Community Heroes Night to honor first responders, police, fire, EMS, dispatchers, military, and more. Each ticket purchased through this offer includes a $15 concession credit.
Detroit Pistons- will hold a First Responders Night on January 26th vs the Hawks. Visit their site for prices and details.
Indiana Pacers- to show their appreciation they will have a First Responders Night on November 18th vs the Rockets. Each ticket includes a Special Edition First Responders Challenge Coin.
LA Clippers- will honor Firefighters with a special Firefighters Night on November 17th vs the Jazz. With your special ticket purchase, you’ll also receive an exclusive hat.
Orlando Magic- Join them as they salute the firefighters, police officers, EMTs, and paramedics on January 10th vs the Thunder. Visit their site for more information.
Phoenix Suns- in a partnership with the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF), they are proud to welcome law enforcement, fire, and EMS to 2 different First Responder Nights during the season. Tickets start at $40, and $5 of every ticket purchased through this offer goes to help the NLEOMF. Dates include:
- January 10th vs. Bulls
- March 26th vs. Bucks
Washington Wizards- to show their appreciation for law enforcement and fire department personnel, they are hosting a First Responders Night on Feb. 12th vs Brooklyn. Each ticket purchased comes with a special edition Wizards Beanie.
NBA Ticket Discounts for First Responders
Ticket Club- first responders can receive a FREE Ticket Club membership. Ticket Club Members can buy tickets to NBA games, concerts, and events at a 10-20% discount, zero service fees, and more!
1st Tix- is a not-for-profit that secures free tickets for first responders to sporting events, concerts, and theater across the US. Tickets to select NBA games are available. First responders sign up online and verify your service. Then you can request tickets or enter a lottery and pay only a small delivery fee to receive your FREE tickets.
GovX- gives an exclusive savings of up to 25% off NBA tickets to select game tickets purchased through through their site in a partnership with StubHub. First responders, military and more can create a free membership to shop special discounts on brands, travel and tickets.
ID.me- offers up to 2% cash back on NBA tickets to first responders including police, fire, and EMS. Sign up and verify your eligibility on their site. Restrictions may apply.
NBA Apparel & Gear Discounts for First Responders
NBA Store- is proud to offer a discount of 15% to select customers who have served as First Responders, Military, and their spouses and immediate families. Click on the ID.me widget when checking out.
Fanatics- is proud to offer a first responder discount of 15% off + Free Shipping on orders over $40 to law enforcement, fire & EMTs. Simply click on first responder discount in the cart when checking out.
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