For years, Christmas day has been the start of the real NBA season. Fans will turn into the opener. Diehards will watch every game. And websites like this one will profile every moment throughout the year. But it’s generally agreed, between most casual fans and media, Christmas is when everything starts up. Because of that, it’s the league’s biggest individual showcase during the regular season.
For the first time in franchise history, the Toronto Raptors will be featured during that showcase. The Toronto Raptors will be playing on Christmas Day.
It’s, of course overdue, because what else would you expect?