The NBA on Christmas Day is one of the league's oldest traditions with the game's biggest stars often clashing on the holiday.
The annual event has boasted some of the league's most memorable moments. New York Knicks guard Bernard King scored 60 points in 1984, the highest point total on the holiday. Wilt Chamberlain had 59 points and 36 rebounds in 1961, still the Christmas record for rebounds in a game.
On each year's schedule release day, the Christmas Day matchups are among the most anticipated. This year is no exception as it marks the 17th year in a row with five games being played.