The upcoming Christmas Day clash between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics is not just another game in the 2023-24 NBA calendar. It’s a continuation of a historic rivalry that spans multiple decades and involves some of the greatest players in the league’s storied history.
LeBron James, the focal point of the current Lakers roster, has a special disdain for the Celtics, dating back to early in his career. And Celtics fans and players both have a similar desire to bury Los Angeles on this holiday tilt. This matchup also holds extra significance not only for the players on the court but also for the fans who witness the ongoing saga of these two basketball powerhouses over the decades, raising the stakes to must-see viewing on this Dec. 25.
On a recent episode of ESPN’s “NBA Today” show, Chiney Ogwumike Kendrick Perkins, Malika Andrews, Brian Windhorst and Zach Lowe got together to preview the big game.
Check it out above!
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