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Since 2020, the NBA has been criticized for intertwining sports with politics. This partnership, particularly visible with its response to the Black Lives Matter movement, has polarized some fans, leading many to disengage from the sport. The era of politics overshadowing basketball has turned many away from the games, especially during significant dates meant for sports celebration, like Christmas Day, often a highlight of the NBA calendar.
This historical day has seen dwindling interest, as the NBA struggles to compete with the National Football League (NFL) for attention. Christmas Day was once considered the unofficial premiere of the basketball season, but now, it has lost its luster, with many fans opting to watch NFL games instead.