Miami at L.A. Lakers 5:00 ET
Lakers (+) over Heat- These two have a habit of playing on Christmas day and not always against each other as Miami is 7-2 and Los Angeles is 6-8 since 1990. This is another contest where the long time hero (Lakers and Bryant) will be at a distinct disadvantage against the reining king (Heat and LeBron) as injuries have forced part-timers into action. Pau Gasol has returned to the line and was totally ineffective against the Suns. Look for a bounce-back effort here against the defending World Champions. This one just will come down to the final buzzer with the Lakers getting the cash Take LOS ANGELES.