Top 10 Stats to Know for NBA Christmas Day 2025

The NBA Christmas Day games, set for December 25, 2025, promise to offer thrilling matchups and impressive statistics. Fans can expect a showcase from top-tier teams and players across the league. Here are the essential details and statistics for the day.

Top 10 Stats to Know for NBA Christmas Day 2025

• Cleveland Cavaliers vs. New York Knicks, Noon ET
  • The Cavaliers have a second-half efficiency rating of +8.7, significantly better than the first half’s -3.6.
  • Cleveland is the second-best team in the league during the second half, with a 12-1 record when leading at halftime.
  • The Knicks average the highest corner 3-pointers per game in NBA history, with 5.2 so far this season.
• San Antonio Spurs vs. Oklahoma City Thunder, 2:30 PM ET
  • The Spurs boast a rebounding percentage of 52%, a significant improvement from the previous season.
  • Oklahoma City allows opponents to score just 50.9% in the paint, marking the lowest opponent shooting percentage over the last six seasons.
• Dallas Mavericks vs. Golden State Warriors, 5 PM ET
  • The Mavericks have limited opponents to 36.8% of their shots from beyond the arc, the second-lowest rate in the league.
  • Stephen Curry leads the NBA in gravity score at 19.9, indicating how much defenders are drawn towards him.
• Houston Rockets vs. Los Angeles Lakers, 8 PM ET
  • The Rockets lead the league with an offensive rebounding percentage of 40.6%, the highest recorded rate in 30 years.
  • The Lakers are undefeated in clutch situations (10-0) and when leading at halftime (11-0), demonstrating their late-game resilience.
• Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets, 10:30 PM ET
  • The Timberwolves have a 12-5 record when trailing at halftime, showcasing their ability to mount comebacks.
  • The Nuggets have the league’s highest offensive efficiency, scoring 9.3 more points per 100 possessions than average.

Significant Player Contributions

• Nikola Jokić continues to dominate with averages of 28.9 points and 10.9 assists, boasting potentially record-setting efficiency.
• Jamal Murray is achieving personal bests, with 25.1 points per game and a true shooting percentage of 63.6%.

As fans anticipate this year’s Christmas Day games, the statistics and performances highlight the excitement and competitiveness of the NBA. Whether it’s historical 3-pointers or comeback potential, this year’s lineup promises unforgettable moments.