While in New York we took in two hockey games, one at Barclays Centre and one at MSG. The tickets at Barclays were cheaper and much better value allowing us much closer to the action than at MSG. Personally we preferred the feel here, it didn't seem as commercial.

We wanted to experience either an American football or basketball game whilst in NYC. There wasn’t a football game on during our stay and went to the Brooklyn Basketball. The experience was great with all the razzmatazz you’d expect. The food /drinks inside were expensive but that’s the norm in these types of events/arenas wherever you go. It was easy to find right next to a subway station and entry /exit were well organised. Subway back to Manhattan was busy and felt safe with the crowds even though it was quite late. Recommend it for the experience.