Fri, Dec 25
12:00 PM ET
Official
12:00 PM ET
San Antonio SpursAwaySAS
at
New York KnicksHomeNYK
Fri, December 25th at 12:00 PM EST
TBA
Madison Square Garde
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NBA Games on December 25, 2026
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Quick answer
5 NBA games on Friday, December 25, 2026
5 NBA games are scheduled on December 25, 2026.
Games
5
Teams playing
10
National TV
0
Arenas
5
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NBA games on December 25, 2026
San Antonio SpursAwaySAS
New York KnicksHomeNYK
Fri, Dec 25
2:30 PM ET
Official
2:30 PM ET
Miami HeatAwayMIA
at
Boston CelticsHomeBOS
Fri, December 25th at 2:30 PM EST
TBA
TD Banknorth Garden
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5:00 PM ET
Official
5:00 PM ET
Philadelphia 76ersAwayPHI
at
Los Angeles LakersHomeLAL
Fri, December 25th at 5:00 PM EST
TBA
Staples Center
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8:00 PM ET
Official
8:00 PM ET
Oklahoma City ThunderAwayOKC
at
Minnesota TimberwolvesHomeMIN
Fri, December 25th at 8:00 PM EST
TBA
Target Center
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10:30 PM ET
Official
10:30 PM ET
Denver NuggetsAwayDEN
at
Golden State WarriorsHomeGSW
Fri, December 25th at 10:30 PM EST
TBA
Chase Center
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TV & streaming
Where to watch NBA games on December 25
TV listings are still to be announced
The games are confirmed, but no broadcaster is listed yet. Check again closer to tipoff because national and local assignments can change.
Why this date matters
NBA Christmas Day
Christmas Day is one of the NBA's showcase dates, built around a full day of nationally televised marquee matchups.
Official NBA key dates ↗Matchups at a glance
NBA games to watch on December 25
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12:00 PM ETTBA
SASatNYKSan Antonio Spurs at New York Knicks
Madison Square Garde
2:30 PM ETTBA
MIAatBOSMiami Heat at Boston Celtics
TD Banknorth Garden
5:00 PM ETTBA
PHIatLALPhiladelphia 76ers at Los Angeles Lakers
Staples Center
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Teams playing on December 25
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NBA games on December 25, 2026 FAQ
How many NBA games are on December 25, 2026?
5 NBA games are scheduled on December 25, 2026.
What channel are the NBA games on on December 25, 2026?
No TV or streaming provider is listed yet for the scheduled games on December 25, 2026. Check again closer to tipoff because broadcast assignments can change.
What time do NBA games start on December 25, 2026?
Each matchup above shows the tipoff in your browser's timezone. Eastern Time remains underneath so you can compare it with U.S. broadcast listings.
How do I add an NBA game to my calendar?
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Why is December 25, 2026 important on the NBA schedule?
Christmas Day is one of the NBA's showcase dates, built around a full day of nationally televised marquee matchups.