Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James prepares for his record 20th NBA Christmas Day game as LA hosts the Houston Rockets on Christmas day.

LeBron James is a week away from turning 41 years old. He's playing like one of the best players in the NBA anyway for the Los Angeles Lakers. A huge deal was made less than a month ago when James' double-digit scoring streak ended with a game that he only scored eight points. Since then, LeBron is absolutely hooping.

Savannah also documented Bronny and LeBron’s first game as teammates on her Instagram stories. She marked the moment with pride and a few behind-the-scenes glimpses. She appears at games, supports LeBron from the stands and posts encouragement before big contests. Her social updates are regular and personal.

When asked what it means to play in his 20th Christmas game, James gave an honest answer about understanding the importance while personally preferring to have that day off.

With the five-time All-Star sidelined, the Phoenix Suns defeated the Lakers with ease 132-108 on Tuesday at Mortgage Matchup Center. Devin Booker notched a double-double of 21 points and 11 assists as all five Suns starters scored in double figures.

Even for a two-time NBA champion, self-awareness can hit harder than nostalgia. One of LeBron James’ old teammates admitted he wouldn’t manage a single basket if he stepped on the court today.

Austin Rivers offered a blunt assessment of where LeBron James is mentally at this stage of his career while speaking on the Off Guard podcast. After more than two decades at the center of the basketball universe,

Let's take a look at the five most interesting players on the NBA's 2025 Christmas schedule, with one from each game.