Playing on Christmas Day is one of the best traditions the NBA has. The NBA looks to be dominant that day in the sports world, and more often than not, they do. It's a perfect day to watch basketball and see the best of the best go at it.

While there was initial disappointment, it has turned into gratefulness over an unexpected chance to spend time with family on the holiday.

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard bring the star power that the NBA likes to showcase on its annual Christmas Day schedule. But they won't be playing this Christmas. And Bucks players, including Antetokounmpo,