NBA: Predicting the 5 Christmas Day games for the 2020-21 season

Boston Celtics Jayson Tatum (Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports)
Boston Celtics Jayson Tatum (Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports)
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Brooklyn Nets Kyrie Irving (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)

Brooklyn Nets @ Golden State Warriors

For the spotlight game of the day, look no further than taking in a matchup between two teams that might not have much history against one another but with stars that are very much familiar with each other. The return of Kevin Durant to Golden State would be enough to carry weight for a Christmas Day game.

Add in the return of Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson into the Warriors lineup and you have a matchup that could end up being the most anticipated game of the day. Plus, Kyrie Irving always tends to play his best when the lights shine the brightest.

The Warriors are expected to be active during the NBA offseason and also own the second overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. The Brooklyn Nets are a team that has been linked to potentially acquiring a third star and figure to be in the mix for earning the top overall seed in the Eastern Conference this season.