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The Christmas Day x NBA games tradition is like no other. Aside from a full day of games with star-studded matchups, the players and the brands celebrate the holiday by gifting the best gift of all:

Fire sneakers.

The 2019 edition of the Christmas Day x NBA games live up to its expectations. Kobe fanatics brought back classics. Jordan Brand, AND1 and ANTA got festive on us. Giannis, Bron and The Klaw debuted some new heat. And as expected, Montrezl Harrell and PJ Tucker rocked some undeniable gems.

From PEs to customs and more, this Christmas was a great one.

Take a look at the best kicks below, and be sure to follow Kicks On Court on Instagram to stay up to date on every sneaker worn throughout the league.

Boston Celtics vs. Toronto Raptors

Air Jordan 34 “Wrapping Paper” – Jayson Tatum

Jayson Tatum in the Air Jordan 34 “Wrapping Paper” PE (Ron Turenne/NBAE via Getty Images)

+ These are extremely festive. Gotta respect it
+ Peep every AJ34 to date here

AND1 Attack PE – Fred VanVleet

Fred VanVleet in the AND1 Attack PE (Ron Turenne/NBAE via Getty Images)

+ FVV is putting AND1 back on the map
+ These should release ASAP

ANTA GH1 “Ugly Sweater” – Gordon Hayward

Gordon Hawyward in the ANTA GH1 “Ugly Sweater” (Ron Turenne/NBAE via Getty Images)

+ Not gonna lie, these ANTA GH1s are pretty fire
+ Who rocked an ugly sweater during the holidays?

Custom PUMA Clyde Hardwood by Sierato – Marcus Smart

Marcus Smart in a custom PUMA Clyde Hardwood by Sierato (via Kicks in Toronto)

+ Sierato is always cooking up some heat
+ Be sure to follow the artist behind the pair here

Milwaukee Bucks vs. Philadelphia 76ers

Nike Zoom Zoom Freak 1 “Soul Glo” – Giannis Antetokounmpo

Giannis Antetokounmpo in the Nike Zoom Freak 1 “Soul Glo” (Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

+ These are so good. The patent leather tongue is a nice touch
+ Take a look at every Nike Zoom Freak 1 rocked this year here

Nike Zoom Kobe 6 “Grinch” – Tobias Harris

Tobias Harris in the Nike Zoom Kobe 6 “Grinch” (Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

+ Hands down the best Christmas sneaker to date
+ Nike needs to re-release these ASAP

Nike Kobe 7 “Cheetah” – Tobias Harris

Tobias Harris in the Nike Kobe 7 “Cheetah” (David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images)

+ Tobias was on a mission this Christmas
+ Who still has their pair?

Under Armour HOVR Havoc 2 PE – Joel Embiid

Joel Embiid in the Under Armour HOVR Havoc 2 (David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images)

+ Mismatched sneakers are the wave
+ Y’all feeling these?

Houston Rockets vs. Golden State Warriors

adidas Harden Vol. 4 PE – James Harden

James Harden in the adidas Vol. 4 PE (Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

+ Harden went into the Warriors’ house in blue and yellow
+ Was he trolling?

Nike KD 12 “Aunt Pearl” – PJ Tucker

PJ Tucker in the Nike KD 12 “Aunt Pearl” (David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images)

+ The Aunt Pearl line honors Durant’s late aunt who battled breast cancer
+ Respect to PJ for repping his fellow Texas Longhorn alum’s kicks

Air Jordan 4 “Wahlburgers” – PJ Tucker

PJ Tucker in the Air Jordan 4 “Wahlburgers” (via Sole Collector)

+ $15K on feet. Something light for PJ
+ Take a look at every sneaker the reigning Kicks On Court champ wears here

Los Angeles Clippers vs. Los Angeles Lakers

Nike Zoom Kobe 5 Protro “Chaos” – Anthony Davis

Anthony Davis in the Nike Zoom Kobe 5 Protro “Chaos” (Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

+ Word to The Brow for rocking a classic
+ The Nike Zoom Kobe 5 “Chaos” is set to re-release early 2020. Who’s ready?

Nike LeBron 7 “China Moon” – LeBron James

LeBron James in the Nike LeBron 7 “China Moon” (Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

+ Where do you rank this “China Moon” within the LeBron 7 line?
+ Looks as though The King just confirmed the pair’s re-release. You copping?

Uninterrupted x Nike LeBron 17 “More Than An Athlete” – LeBron James

LeBron James in the Uninterrupted x Nike LeBron 17 “More Than An Athlete” (Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

+ These are clean. Who got the W on SNKRS?
+ Peep every sneaker The King wears this season here

Nike PG 3 – Paul George

Paul George in the Nike PG 3 PE (Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

+ These are a statement for sure
+ Is the Nike PG 3 the best one in PG’s signature line?

New Balance OMN1S “Money Stacks” – Kawhi Leonard

Kawhi Leonard in the New Balance OMN1S “Money Stacks” (Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images)

+ Word to Uncle Dennis for the mula-inspired pair
+ The pair drops today. Who copped?

Kith x Nike LeBron 15 “King’s Crown”

Montrezl Harrell in the Kith x Nike LeBron 15 “King’s Crown” (via NBA Kicks)

+ Montrezl is really bringing out some gems all season long
+ This Kith x Nike collab went crazy. We need another installment

New Orleans Pelicans vs. Denver Nuggets

Custom Adidas Pro Model 2G – Jamal Murray

Custom adidas Pro Model 2G for Jamal Murray (via Sole Collector)

+ Santa packing that heat
+ The Pro Model 2G is back with a modified touch including Bounce cushioning. Fire!

Nike Zoom Kobe 6 “Grinch” – Gary Harris

Gary Harris in the Nike Zoom Kobe 6 “Grinch” (via Sole Collector)

+ Real ones know
+ Is the “Grinch” the best sneaker of the decade?

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