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NBA Christmas Day matchups include Celtics-76ers, Spurs-Thunder

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 7:54 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

NBA Christmas Day matchups include Celtics-76ers, Spurs-Thunder

Summary

The NBA is preparing for the 2026-27 season with Christmas Day matchups that feature high-profile games. Notable clashes include the Celtics and Sixers, highlighting Jaylen Brown’s trade to Philadelphia, and a young talent duel between the Spurs and Thunder. The Pacers aim for their first Christmas game in 22 years against the Knicks, who are fresh off a championship. Each matchup is expected to draw significant attention as teams look to prove their standings within the league. The NBA is set to release the official schedule soon.

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By the Numbers

•Celtics face Sixers in a Christmas rematch featuring Jaylen Brown's return.
•Spurs to challenge the top-seeded Thunder after a playoff series last season.
•Pacers aim for their first Christmas game in 22 years against the Knicks.
•Lakers meet Mavericks, with Luka Doncic now leading Los Angeles.
•NBA will officially unveil its 2026-27 schedule shortly.

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7:54 PMYahoo Sports — NBA’s Christmas Day Matchups Should Be Easy to Schedule

What they're saying

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One of the best days in the NBA is Christmas Day. There is no better gift to NBA fans than a full day of tantalizing basketball. Last year’s slate of games mirrored the exact matchups in that season’s playoffs. Ahead of the league’s release of the 2026-27 schedule, here are the top five clashes that […] The post NBA’s Christmas Day Matchups Should Be Easy to Schedule appeared first on The Lead.
— Yahoo Sports

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