Your Holiday Sports TV Guide: Must-Watch Games This Season

The holidays aren’t just about family, food and festivities—they’re also prime time for some of the most exciting sports matchups of the year. 

Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just looking for a good game to enjoy while relaxing with loved ones, this guide has you covered. From thrilling NBA rivalries to college bowl games and historic moments in football, here’s your lineup of can’t-miss holiday sports action.

NBA: Christmas Day Lineup

Joel Embid, Nikola Jokić, and Lebron James. (Courtesy/ Theanalyst.com)

The 2024 NBA Christmas Day games feature marquee matchups highlighting the league’s biggest stars and rivalries; bringing fans holiday excitement. With five thrilling games scheduled, the action includes showdowns like the Spurs vs. Knicks, Lakers vs. Warriors and Suns vs. Nuggets.

CHRISTMAS DAY December 25, 2025: 

• Spurs vs. Knicks – 12:00 PM EST ABC/ ESPN
• Timberwolves vs. Mavericks – 2:30 PM EST ABC/ ESPN
• 76ers vs. Celtics – 5:00 PM EST ABC/ ESPN
• Lakers vs. Warriors – 8:00 PM EST ABC/ ESPN
• Nuggets vs. Suns – 10:30 PM EST ABC/ ESPN

NFL: Christmas Day Matchups on NETFLIX

• Chiefs vs. Steelers – 1:00 PM EST
• Ravens vs. Texans – 4:30 PM EST

Beyonce Netflix Christmas Day AD. (Courtesy/ ESPN)

This year marks a groundbreaking moment as Netflix streams live sports for the very first time. Adding to the excitement, Beyoncé will perform at halftime during the Ravens vs. Texans game, making this a truly unmissable event for both football and music fans alike.

NCAA Football: New Year’s Day Bowl Games

College Football Bowl Games. (Courtesy/ Kirby Lee USA TODAY Sports)

The 2024 bowl season heats up with a day packed full of thrilling matchups starting December 14. From the Celebration Bowl kicking off at noon, showcasing HBCU excellence, to the iconic Rose Bowl and primetime Sugar Bowl, fans can look forward to a full slate of can’t-miss college football action.

• Celebration Bowl – December 14, 2024 – 12:00 PM EST
• Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl – 1:00 PM EST ESPN
• Rose Bowl – 5:00 PM EST ESPN
• Allstate Sugar Bowl – 8:45 PM EST ESPN

With so many incredible matchups and moments on the way, your holiday plans just got a little more exciting. Tune in and make your predictions on our Instagram story!