Top NBA performances on Christmas Day

Dirk Nowitzki

Scored 30 points, the day’s high, as Dallas defeated Portland. He also had 5 rebounds, 2 assists and 2 steals.

Tim Duncan

Scored 25 points and grabbed 17 rebounds as the Spurs beat Phoenix.

Kobe Bryant

Had 27 points, nine rebounds and five assists as the L.A. Lakers defeated Boston.