NBA Star LeBron James Stands Firm in Defense of Basketball as Top Christmas Sport.
LeBron James believes that the NBA can reclaim its spot as the top Christmas Day sport, despite the NFL’s efforts to host games on December 25. The Los Angeles Lakers’ star expressed his love for the NFL but emphasized that basketball has a special place in fans’ hearts during the holiday season.
The thrilling matchup between the Lakers and Golden State Warriors, which ended with an Austin Reaves layup at the buzzer, showcased the league’s ability to deliver high-stakes contests on Christmas Day. The win marks the fourth time LeBron James and Steph Curry have faced off on December 25.
While the NFL has hosted multiple games on Christmas Day for four consecutive seasons, the NBA aims to maintain its traditional schedule. James’ comments come as the league navigates the growing competition from the NFL, which has been aggressively pursuing a spot on the holiday calendar.
Source: https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10148552-lakers-lebron-james-defends-nba-tradition-i-love-the-nfl-but-christmas-is-our-day