NBA Christmas Day Preview: Ranking The Matchups

Dec 25, 2015; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (left) reacts as Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (right) looks on in the first half of a NBA basketball game on Christmas at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /

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Nov 11, 2016; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) controls the ball while New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose (25) defends during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports /

5. Boston Celtics at New York Knicks (12:00 PM ET)

Matchup To Watch: Isaiah Thomas vs Derrick Rose

When two of the biggest franchises in the NBA are probably the least exciting Christmas Day matchup, that’s a pretty good sign. Just because the Celtics-Knicks clash isn’t the best game for viewing on the big day doesn’t mean it isn’t worth a watch.

Boston and New York have been middle-tier teams in the East so far. Both be looking to gain a leg up in the standings in this game.

The individual matchup to watch will be Isaiah Thomas vs Derrick Rose – Thomas has been on a tear all season and if Rose gets his groove going, this point guard duel will be quite the load of fun to enjoy whilst enjoying a Christmas lunch.

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