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Christmas should be for families, not NBA overload. Even LeBron James agrees

The NBA is scheduling five games on Christmas Day this year, sparking debate about whether the holiday is becoming overloaded with basketball. While sports have long been a part of Christmas tradition, some argue that the increasing number of games detracts from the holiday's focus on family and togetherness. Even star player LeBron James has expressed a preference for spending the day at home with his family, despite the honor of playing on Christmas. The article reflects on the history of sports on Christmas and suggests that while traditions like the Knicks game are meaningful, the relentless scheduling by leagues risks turning the holiday into just another event day.

Original article source: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6916487/2025/12/24/christmas-sports-overload-nba-nfl/
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