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

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.

Jaylen Brown has risen to 93 OVR in the latest ratings refresh of NBA 2K26. He continues to power a successful Boston Celtics offense, rising to the occasion after Jayson Tatum 's injury last season. In the last two weeks alone, Brown contributed 31 points, 6.8 rebounds and 5.8 assists per game.

Kendrick Perkins says the rivalry between Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James and Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks goes beyond the NBA.

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.