Thunder-Spurs Rivalry: Why a Christmas Showdown is Perfect With the Thunder and Spurs setting up a date on Christmas, it’s a chance to see what both teams are made of.

This article was originally published on thesmokingcuban.com as NBA snatches away Mavericks' dream Christmas showdown in stunning holiday letdown.

The NBA's early 2025-26 schedule release confirmed that, as the Celtics won't play on opening night or have a Christmas Day game for the first time in a decade.

They'll have 16 games on national TV, with one of them being against a newfound rival. Pistons showdown with New York Knicks labeled must-watch by NBA writer ...

Mavericks are reportedly set to open the 2025-26 season vs. the Spurs in a rookie showdown before a Christmas Day matchup at the Warriors.