James doesn't like playing on Christmas (AP)

Phil Jackson and LeBron James agree: Christmas Day games are not the ideal holiday gift. A day after the Lakers' coach reiterated his longtime stance against NBA games on Dec. 25, James and other members of the Miami Heat said they also wish they could be with their families on Christmas. Instead, the Lakers and Heat will spend the holiday together, playing in Los Angeles on Saturday afternoon.

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