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NBA ON CHRISTMAS DAY
CHRISTMAS DAY WINS
Mavericks' fourth-quarter comeback falls short as Timberwolves hold on
Tyrese Maxey powers 76ers past Celtics on Christmas
Wemby, Mikal Bridges both top 40 as Knicks outlast Spurs on Christmas
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NBA Power Rankings: Who is every team's emerging youngster?
Our NBA insiders break down this week's Power Rankings for all 30 teams and every young rising player on their rosters.
Nine under-25 breakout players: How Cunningham, Daniels have improved
Is the 2021 No. 1 pick finally figuring it out? Is there a bright spot on the middling Hawks?
BEST OF 'DUNK THE HALLS'
Mickey and gang hoop it up on Christmas Day
'Oh my gawrsh!' Goofy throws down big jam
BUTLER ON THE MOVE?
NBA teams want to trade for Jimmy Butler. They'll need to get creative
Pondering a trade for Jimmy Butler? Here's how six teams can navigate their way to a blockbuster for Miami's All-Star forward.
Stephen A. names an ideal landing spot for Butler
CHRISTMAS THEMES
What happened to the NBA's Christmas jerseys?
For a brief moment, NBA teams wore special Christmas gear. We look back at this fashion trend.
TRENDING IN THE NBA
Pistons take to social media following 117-114 win to seal Lakers sweep
The Pistons swept the Lakers for the first time since the 2016-17 season.
Tottenham or San Antonio?: Josh Hart clarifies Spurs joke ahead of Christmas Day game
Hart took a shot at the Spurs of the English Premier League on Sunday, prompting confusion.
Top Headlines
- Sources: Luka could be out for extended period
- Wemby puts up 42 points in Christmas debut
- Sources: Heat's Butler prefers trade out of Miami
- Booker out for Xmas; other stars questionable
- Zion eyeing return to full practice next week
- Sources: Heat's Smith has torn Achilles tendon
- Nine under-25 breakout players
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