The most wonderful time of the year always comes with a full slate of basketball games…which means it’s also TMZ Sportsprompt to introduce the wives and girlfriends of the NBA Christmas games.
The first matchup will take place at the iconic Madison Square Garden, where the New York Knicks will host the San Antonio Spurs… Jaylen Brunson and: Josh Hartwomen of Ali: and: Shannon, will definitely be rooting for the hosts.
Chris Paulof the wife Jada, will probably be there too … as this could be the final holiday game for the future Hall of Fame point guard in his 20th season.
Speaking of Knicks, the former star Julius Randle He will play his first Christmas game with the Minnesota Timberwolves later in the day when his new team takes on the Dallas Mavericks.
You can expect to see Randle’s wife, Kendra — who is pregnant with baby #3 — in the stands … as well Luka Doncicwife of Annamariaand: Kyrie Irvinglady Marlene.
The Philadelphia 76ers-Boston Celtics showdown in Beantown will feature plenty of star power… Jason Tatum‘s girl, R&B signer Ella Maiand: Jaylen Brownthe new girl of Kisre Gondrezik, will tune in to the action.
There is more. The Los Angeles Lakers will play the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco… means Savannah James and: Ayesha Curry will be locked on their longtime spouses going out against each other.
To round out the day, the Denver Nuggets travel to Arizona to play the Phoenix Suns… and Nikola Jokic – who, we suppose, would rather be with his horses, would get the most support from his wife, Natalya.
Happy holiday everyone.