NBA schedule: Knicks and Spurs reignite Finals rivalry and LeBron James returns to play Lakers on Christmas Day
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NBA schedule: Knicks and Spurs reignite Finals rivalry and LeBron James returns to play Lakers on Christmas Day
The Knicks and Spurs will meet for the first time since the NBA Finals on Christmas Day.
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PrimaryLakers to host 76ers, LeBron James on Christmas Day
The Lakers will be front and center on the Christmas schedule as they face the Sixers and LeBron James.
Publisher:NBA gifts LeBron to LA with Lakers-76ers showdown on Christmas Day
LeBron James returns to Los Angeles as the Philadelphia 76ers take on the Lakers in a Christmas clash. Here is the schedule for the king's return.
Publisher:LeBron James set to return to L.A. on Christmas Day for Lakers-76ers matchup
LeBron James, who signed with the Philadelphia 76ers last month, will be making his return to Los Angeles on Dec. 25 when the Lakers host Philadelphia at Crypto.com Arena.
Publisher:Lakers Hosting LeBron James & 76ers As Part Of 2026 NBA Christmas Day Slate
The Los Angeles Lakers will host LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers as part of the NBA’s five-game Christmas Day slate, the league announced early Tuesday morning. James will be returning to Los Angeles for the first time since the 41-year-old opted to leave the Lakers for the 76ers in free agency. This marks the […]
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2026 NBA Christmas Day schedule rankings: Knicks vs. Spurs tops intriguing five-game slate
The NBA's Christmas action features a Finals rematch at Madison Square Garden, plus LeBron James returning to L.A.
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LeBron's return to LA highlights 5-game NBA Christmas Day schedule
The Philadelphia 76ers and LeBron James will travel to face the Los Angeles Lakers in one of five NBA games on Christmas Day. See the full lineup.
Publisher:Ranking 2026 NBA Christmas games: Where does LeBron vs. Bronny James land?
The NBA revealed its five-game slate for Christmas Day, one of the biggest dates on the league calendar. We ranked those games from worst to first.
Publisher:Lakers hosting 76ers, LeBron James in marquee Christmas Day matchup
The Lakers will face off against a familiar face for their Christmas Day matchup. The franchise will play against the 76ers on Dec. 25 at Crypto.com Arena – the team superstar forward LeBron James left the Lakers for last month as a free agent. LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers in action during a...
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Lakers hosting 76ers, LeBron James in marquee Christmas Day matchup
LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers in action during a game against the New York Knicks on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at Madison Square Garden in New York City....
Publisher:NBA Christmas Day 2026 slate features LeBron vs. Lakers - TalkBasket.net
The post NBA Christmas Day 2026 slate features LeBron vs. Lakers appeared first on TalkBasket.net.
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NBA announces Christmas Day, some opening week games
The NBA apparently wasn’t going to wait for the full schedule release to start generating some buzz. And putting LeBron James back in Los Angeles on Christmas Day ought to do it. The league announced its opening-week and Christmas Day schedules Tuesday, with James and the new-look 76ers visiting the Lakers at 5 p.m. ET […] The post NBA announces Christmas Day, some opening week games appeared first on Hoops Wire.
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Ranking The 2026-27 NBA Christmas Games From Worst To Best - Fadeaway World
Here are all five 2026-27 NBA Christmas Day games ranked from worst to best, headlined by LeBron James’ return to face Luka Doncic.
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Happy Holiday? The NBA's 2026 Christmas Games, Ranked
Holiday Hoops Harken! The post Happy Holiday? The NBA's 2026 Christmas Games, Ranked appeared first on Ballislife.com.
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Sixers set to visit Lakers on NBA's 2026 Christmas schedule
The star-loaded Sixers will feature in the NBA's 2026 Christmas festivities.
Publisher:NBA Christmas games in 2026, ranked from worst to best
Let’s rank every NBA Christmas game this year.
Publisher:Knicks Troll Spurs With Jalen Brunson Photo After 2026 NBA Christmas Day Schedule Reveal
The New York Knicks reacted Tuesday to the announcement of their Christmas Day game against the San Antonio Spurs during the 2026-27 NBA regular season.
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Spurs-Knicks, 76ers-Lakers highlight 2026 NBA Christmas Day slate
The NBA on Tuesday announced its set of games for this year’s Christmas Day. It has been a long-honored tradition of the league to feature marquee matchups on December 25 as a treat to fans. This year, it will be headlined by a rematch of last year’s NBA Finals, the New York Knicks versus the […] The post Spurs-Knicks, 76ers-Lakers highlight 2026 NBA Christmas Day slate appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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Jeff Teague says LeBron James asked NBA for Christmas game in LA
LeBron James allegedly had one request for the NBA when it came to his Christmas Day schedule: He wanted to be home. Former NBA guard Jeff Teague said on the Club 520 Podcast that James asked the league to schedule the 76ers’ Christmas game in Los Angeles, allowing him to spend the holiday morning with […] The post Jeff Teague says LeBron James asked NBA for Christmas game in LA appeared first on Hoops Wire.
Publisher:Stephen A. Smith makes his pick for best Christmas matchup
The 2026-27 NBA Christmas Day schedule is profoundly lit. In many ways, it’s better than actual presents. There is the Finals rematch between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs. Plus, the Boston Celtics playing the Miami Heat. The Philadelphia 76ers will take on the Los Angeles Lakers. Then, the Oklahoma City Thunder […] The post Stephen A. Smith makes his pick for best Christmas matchup appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Publisher:Knicks/Spurs, LeBron Return Against Lakers Headline 2026 NBA Christmas Day Schedule
A rematch of the 2026 NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden headlines ABC/ESPN's Christmas Day schedule. Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Miami Heat will play at the Boston Celtics in the second game. Antetokounmpo was nearly traded by the Milwaukee Bucks to the Celtics prior to his trade to the Heat. LeBron James will make his first return to play at the Los Angeles Lakers in the third game. James left the Lakers this offseason after eight seasons...
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Community Shootaround: Christmas Day Schedule
The NBA will unveil its full schedule for the 2026/27 season on Thursday afternoon, but the league provided a sneak peak on Tuesday morning by announcing several opening week matchups, along with its full Christmas Day slate. The schedule for the NBA’s annual showcase on December 25 will be as follows: San Antonio Spurs at […]
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The Ultimate 2026 Christmas Sports Schedule: Get Primed for the Most Loaded Day of the Year
Build the perfect Christmas Day sports schedule with every NFL and NBA game, kickoff times, odds, storylines and early picks for Dec. 25, 2026.
Publisher:Spurs host Thunder on opening night, visit the Knicks on Christmas Day
It’s a rematch of the last two rounds on the two biggest days of the regular season.
Publisher:Lakers to host 76ers, LeBron James on Christmas Day
HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 18: LeBron James #23 and Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers warm up prior to the game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on March 18, 2026 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Lakers will be featured front and center on the C...
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Sixers to open regular season against Knicks, play Lakers on Christmas Day
Philadelphia will head to Madison Square Garden to begin their highly anticipated 2026-27 regular season.
Publisher:Cavs, Pistons have reason to wonder about NBA’s Christmas guest list
The NBA released its Christmas Day schedule Tuesday, and as usual, the league went heavy on stars, recognizable brands and made-for-TV storylines. Nobody should be surprised. The five-game slate: Spurs at Knicks, noon Heat at Celtics, 2:30 p.m. 76ers at Lakers, 5 p.m. Thunder at Timberwolves, 8 p.m. Nuggets at Warriors, 10:30 p.m. There’s plenty […] The post Cavs, Pistons have reason to wonder about NBA’s Christmas guest list appeared first on Hoops Wire.
Publisher:NBA Christmas Day 2026 Schedule for LeBron, 76ers vs. Luka, Lakers and Every Game Released
The NBA's 2026 Christmas Day slate will be headlined by star forward LeBron James visiting his former team.
Publisher:Christmas 2026 Features Loaded NFL and NBA Schedules, Here's Everything You Need to Know
Santa Claus is going to deliver for sports fans this year.
Publisher:[Charania]NBA Christmas Day 2026 on ABC and ESPN: - Spurs @ Knicks - Heat @ Celtics - 76ers @ Lakers - Thunder @ Timberwolves - Nuggets @ Warriors
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