(2025-12-27 18:20:00) — Several NBA teams returned to action Friday following a brief pause for the Christmas holiday, with the Clippers extending their winning streak and Keyonte George delivering a game-winning performance for the Jazz.
Multiple games took place across the league on December 26, 2025, with notable wins for the Clippers, Wizards, Bulls, and Grizzlies.
- The Los Angeles Clippers secured their third consecutive win, defeating the Portland Trail Blazers 119-103, led by Brook Lopez’s 31 points.
- Keyonte George of the Utah Jazz hit a decisive floater to lift his team to a 131-129 victory over the Detroit Pistons, finishing with 31 points, 8 assists, and 7 rebounds.
- The Washington Wizards ended the Toronto Raptors’ evening with a 138-117 win.
- The Chicago Bulls defeated the Philadelphia Sixers 109-102.
Results of the Night
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- Hawks – Heat: 111-126 (stats)
- Magic – Hornets: 105-120 (stats)
- Wizards – Raptors: 138-117 (stats)
- Pacers – Celtics: 122-140 (stats)
- Bulls – Sixers: 109-102 (stats)
- Grizzlies – Bucks: 125-104 (stats)
- Pelicans – Suns: 108-115 (stats)
- Jazz – Pistons: 129-131 (stats)
- Blazers – Clippers: 103-119 (stats)
What to Remember
The Atlanta Hawks suffered their fifth consecutive defeat, falling to the Miami Heat 126-111 despite strong performances from Jalen Johnson and Trae Young. The Orlando Magic were defeated by the Charlotte Hornets 120-105. The Washington Wizards secured a win against the Raptors, while the Boston Celtics defeated the Indiana Pacers 140-122. The Chicago Bulls continued their momentum with a 109-102 victory over the Philadelphia Sixers. Playing without Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Milwaukee Bucks lost to the Memphis Grizzlies 125-104. The Phoenix Suns won against the New Orleans Pelicans 115-108.
The Highlight of the Night
KEYONTE GEORGE CALLED GAME.
TOUGH.pic.twitter.com/YxYmCnlmcZ
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) December 27, 2025
NBA Rankings
Why It Matters
The Clippers’ continued success positions them as a strong contender in the Western Conference. Meanwhile, Keyonte George’s emergence as a clutch performer for the Jazz signals a potential turning point for the young team. The Raptors’ ongoing struggles raise questions about their playoff prospects, and the Bucks’ performance without Antetokounmpo highlights their reliance on the star player.
Tonight’s Program
- 1h: Magic – Nuggets
- 1h: Pelicans – Suns
- 2h: Hawks – Knicks
- 2h: Heat – Pacers
- 2h: Bulls – Bucks
- 2h: Rockets – Cavaliers
- 2h: Wolves – Nets
- 2h: Spurs – Jazz
