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LeBron James has played in and won more Christmas Day games than any other player in NBA history. Editor’s Note: Read more NBA coverage from The Athletic here. The views on this page do not necessarily reflect the views of the NBA or its teams.
Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James prepares for his record 20th NBA Christmas Day game as LA hosts the Houston Rockets on Christmas day.
Christmas Day in the NBA is supposed to be about marquee matchups, cozy jerseys, and the annual reminder that basketball never really takes a holiday. While most fans were still debating leftovers or sneaking a second dessert,
De'Aaron Fox scored a game-high 29 points to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 117-102 win against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Christmas.
Expert recap and game analysis of the San Antonio Spurs vs. Oklahoma City Thunder NBA game from December 25, 2025 on ESPN.
For years, Christmas Day was the domain of the NBA. Pro basketball dominated the American sports scene on Dec. 25, with marquee matchups all day and night. However, over the last decade or so, the NFL has been making inroads on the holiday.