The week began with a Christmas Day showdown that included the previous two league MVP winners as well as saw the Houston Rockets debut of newly acquired guard Austin Rivers.
James Harden was once again sensational for the Rockets as he finished with 41 points, seven assists, and six rebounds.
Austin Rivers made an impressive impact in his first appearance with the team as he was tasked with guarding Russell Westbrook when he was on the floor and played a big role in holding him to one point in the fourth quarter.