While some players may act like the Grinch stole Christmas since they have to play a game on Christmas, the Dallas Mavericks believe it’s a
badge of honor to have a game on Christmas. Especially a home game.
“It shows what the league thinks of the team,” Mavs coach Jason Kidd said. “It’s an honor to be able to play on Christmas.
“We’ve all watched Christmas games when you’re younger. The big thing is enjoying having that opportunity.”
The Mavs have that opportunity to play on Christmas mainly because they advanced to last season’s NBA Finals.