Riley hopes to quiet the discussion around the Heat, although Butler moving on from Miami in a sign-and-trade next summer could happen.
Hornets vs. Wizards Odds, predictions, recent stats, trends and Best bets for December 26
Charlotte Hornets vs. Washington Wizards Game Preview
NBA Christmas Day Recap: Wemby’s ‘I’m here’ moment, LeBron-Steph rivalry is legendary | The Kevin O’Connor Show
The NBA's five-game lineup on Christmas Day delivered against a crowded sports landscape in which the NFL (and Beyoncé) tried to make waves of their own on the Wednesday holiday. Kevin O'Connor is joined by Yahoo Sports contributor Tom Haberstroh to break down all five games from the Christmas day slate.
Rockets vs. Pelicans Odds, predictions, recent stats, trends, and Best bets for December 26
Houston Rockets vs. New Orleans Pelicans Game Preview
Heat president Riley shares direct response to Butler trade rumors
Miami Heat president Pat Riley clarified his position on the Jimmy Butler trade rumors.
Heat president Pat Riley says Miami will not trade Jimmy Butler
In a statement, Riley shot down the "rumors" that Butler wanted a trade out of Miami.
Schroder admits challenge of fitting with Steph, Draymond on Warriors
Dennis Schröder admitted in a recent interview with Andscape's Marc Spears that it's been a challenge to fit alongside Steph Curry and Draymond Green on the Golden State Warriors.
Bulls at Hawks Odds, predictions, recent stats, trends and Best bets for December 26
Chicago Bulls at Atlanta Hawks Game Preview
Watch Klay Thompson pass Reggie Miller for fifth all-time in made 3-pointers
“I loved Reggie Miller growing up... He’s always inspired me to shoot the ball and be a killer."
Heat vs. Magic Best bets: Odds, predictions, recent stats, and trends for December 26
Miami Heat vs. Orlando Magic Game Preview
Luka Doncic leaves game, could miss ‘extended’ time with strained calf
If he misses 10 more games — which is very possible — he would fall short of playing 65 games, be ineligible for MVP, other NBA awards.
Which concerns are real for Celtics amid their first rough patch?
What's plaguing the Celtics amid their recent skid, and are those issues easily fixable? Chris Forsberg breaks out his "concern meter."
Knicks Notes: Mikal Bridges making his mark on, off court this holiday season
Mikal Bridges got off to a bit of a slow start in his Knicks career, but the star forward has been making his mark both on and off the court during the holiday season.
Why Warriors’ second-unit puzzle will be difficult to solve
The Golden State Warriors must solve their second-unit rotation conundrum before it's too late, but there is no simple fix, Monte Poole writes.
Fantasy Basketball: Victor Wembanyama delivers historic night and more NBA Christmas Day takeaways
Fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus runs down all the action from the NBA's Christmas slate.