LeBron James made history on Christmas Day, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a narrow 115-113 victory over the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco. The triumph marked James’ 11th Christmas Day win, cementing his status as the NBA’s all-time leader in December 25 victories.
The Lakers overcame an early setback when Anthony Davis exited the game with a left ankle injury just eight minutes in. Despite the challenge, James stepped up with an impressive 31-point performance, guiding the team through a tightly contested matchup.
The Lakers maintained control for much of the game, but a late surge from the Warriors nearly turned the tide. Stephen Curry’s explosive 38-point performance, including eight three-pointers, helped Golden State close a nine-point deficit in the final 90 seconds. Two clutch threes from Curry tied the game in the dying seconds, setting up a dramatic finish.
Austin Reaves delivered the game-winning moment, driving to the basket for a decisive lay-up with just one-second remaining. Reaves also recorded a triple-double, contributing 26 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, showcasing his growing importance to the Lakers’ lineup.
In other Christmas Day action, Victor Wembanyama made a sensational debut with 42 points, 18 rebounds, and four blocks. Despite his efforts, the San Antonio Spurs fell short against the New York Knicks, losing 117-114. The Knicks were powered by a season-best 41 points from Mikal Bridges, keeping the team’s holiday momentum alive.
Meanwhile, the Minnesota Timberwolves secured a 105-99 win over the Dallas Mavericks. Anthony Edwards led the charge with 26 points, capitalizing on the absence of Luka Doncic, who left the game with a calf injury late in the second quarter.
This year’s Christmas games showcased thrilling performances and historic milestones, solidifying the NBA’s holiday tradition as a spectacle for basketball fans worldwide.
