Reasons for optimism and pessimism for all 10 NBA teams that played on Christmas
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 18:46:32 ESTESPN analyst Zach Kram picks two stats for the teams that played on Dec. 25, and breaks down why fans should be happy and worried about their title aspirations.
Sources: AD to miss a few games with groin strain
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 17:31:50 ESTMavericks star Anthony Davis has sustained a minor groin strain and is likely to miss a few games, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.
Redick rips into Lakers: 'We don't care enough'
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 17:31:50 ESTLakers coach JJ Redick lit into his team after a blowout loss to the Rockets, saying it doesn't care enough and that the next practice will be "uncomfortable."
Jokic's 56-point triple-double lifts Nuggets in OT
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 17:31:50 ESTNikola Jokic recorded a 56-point triple-double and set an NBA record with 18 points in overtime, leading the Nuggets to a 142-138 win over the Timberwolves.
Reaves (calf) leaves Lakers' Christmas Day loss
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 17:31:50 ESTLakers guard Austin Reaves exited their Christmas Day loss to the Rockets because of left calf soreness.
Spurs continue dominance over OKC with 3rd win
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 17:31:50 ESTThe Spurs defeated the Thunder 117-102 for their third win over the defending NBA champs in the past two weeks.
Streaking Dubs in 'good place' after Kerr-Green tiff
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 17:31:50 ESTThe Warriors are "in a good place," according to Steve Kerr, as Golden State weathered a blowup between the coach and Draymond Green in the midst of a 3-0 homestand.
Bench, Brunson rally Knicks to comeback win
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 17:31:50 ESTJalen Brunson scored 34 points, reserve Jordan Clarkson had 25, and the Knicks came from 17 down in the fourth quarter to beat the Cavaliers 126-124 and win on Christmas Day for the third straight year.
Jokic: Flagg 'really mature' in leading Mavs to win
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 17:31:50 ESTCooper Flagg had the best long-range shooting performance of his young career and left an impression on three-time MVP Nikola Jokic with his performance down the stretch Tuesday night.
💍 Karl-Anthony Towns proposes to Jordyn Woods
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 17:31:50 ESTThe New York Knicks center and TV personality have been dating since 2020.
NBA buzz: Updates, trades and intel from around the league
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 19:01:51 ESTCatch up on the latest buzz, trade alerts and league intel from our ESPN NBA insiders.
Best quotes, latest intel from Windhorst's podcast
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 19:01:51 ESTHere are the biggest highlights from Brian Windhorst's "The Hoop Collective" podcast.
NBA Christmas Day fashion, led by LeBron James, Luka Doncic
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 17:26:38 ESTStars around the NBA made sure to dress their best during the five-game Christmas Day slate.
What happened to the NBA's Christmas jerseys?
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 17:26:38 ESTFor a brief moment, holiday sweaters turned into NBA jerseys and teams wore special Christmas gear.
NBA Power Rankings: Young risers to watch on all 30 teams
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 18:46:19 ESTFrom ROY and MIP races, our NBA insiders break down all 30 teams' young riser in this week's Power Rankings.
Fantasy basketball points league rankings: Michael Porter Jr. vaults into top 20
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 12:17:27 ESTUpdated fantasy basketball rankings for points leagues: Michael Porter Jr. moves into top 20.