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The imminent tournament, originally designed to invigorate fan interest, is now seen by many as a misguided attempt to create excitement. Although cities like New Orleans and Las Vegas typically host major events successfully, ticket sales for this weekend's tournament games are indicative of a larger problem—failing to attract a willing audience at premium prices. Ticket prices for various games have remained alarmingly low, a sign that fans are less inclined to support events they deem unworthy or meaningless.