The NBA Christmas Games are one of the biggest traditions in American sports that people wait for and make plans around before the end of the year. Once these games are officially announced, families of households across America close to thos games start buying their tickets and make hotel reservations if they are away from the town. We’ve had some legendary games throughout history and this time around, the schedule seems like it will bring us some more unforgettable afternoons. We have a report from The Athletic’s Shams Charania to report on the Christmas NBA Games schedule with five different fixtures taking place all across America. The news comes on the same day Team USA just reached the Olympic Games 5v5 finals where they will face France.

What’s on the Menu for the NBA Christmas Games?

Shams Charania made the announcement on his X account, he stated it’s a reliable source that told him but the games haven’t been officially announced yet. The first game Shams announced is the San Antonio Spurs vs the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. The Garden is always one of the go-to places for Christmas games. Next we have the Minnesota Timberwolves visiting the Dallas Mavericks. Up next, we have an Eastern Conference classic between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Chase Center will host the Los Angeles Lakers against the Golden State Warriors. Last but neer least, the Valley will host the Denver Nuggets against the Phoenix Suns.

With those games, it really doesn’t get any better on a Christmas Day where people will be able to enjoy these games with their families. Whether they attend the arenas or not, verybody around the world who enjoys the NBA will be happy to hear about these amazing matchups. A new season that will give us many first times that include the first game where LeBron and Bronny James will play together, or the very first game with the Golden State Warriors without Klay Thompson. Which of these games are more appealign to you for the Christmas Day action?