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NBA Power Rankings: All 5 NBA Christmas games ranked

By Dallin Duffy

TORONTO, ON - DECEMBER 25: Christmas branding on the basketball stantion prior to an NBA game between the Boston Celtics and the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on December 25, 2019 in Toronto, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images)
TORONTO, ON - DECEMBER 25: Christmas branding on the basketball stantion prior to an NBA game between the Boston Celtics and the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on December 25, 2019 in Toronto, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images) /
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NBA Power Rankings: All 5 NBA Christmas games ranked
Dec 3, 2021; San Francisco, California, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul (3) steals the ball from Golden State Warriors guard Jordan Poole (3) in the third quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports /

NBA Power Rankings: NBA Christmas games – 2. Phoenix Suns vs. Golden State Warriors

Unlike the Hawks/Knicks game, Suns/Warriors will surely provide elite basketball. Arguably the two best teams in the league, both are considered front-runners for the Western Conference crown.

They’ve dueled twice already this season, with the first being one of the more entertaining regular-season games in recent memory. While the Warriors ran away with a blowout win in the rematch, matchup No. 3 should be a stellar game.

Stephen Curry is once again an MVP candidate, while the Suns are one of the most well-rounded teams in the NBA. Phoenix doesn’t lack star power either, and Devin Booker has a chance to return from the injury he suffered back on November 30th by the time this game rolls around.

This could be a preview of the Western Conference Finals and is definitely a good reason to put down your new presents and flip on some hoops.

NBA Christmas Day history: The Warriors have consistently played on Christmas in the Stephen Curry era, with this year marking their ninth consecutive appearance. The Suns are breaking a long streak without a holiday matchup, with their last tinsel tilt coming in 2009.