The Phoenix Suns extended their winning streak to four games with a 109-88 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers, with Kevin Durant sitting out due to an injury and Bradley Beal leading with 19 points. The Suns improved to 18-15 on the season. On the other hand, the Miami Heat won against the Philadelphia 76ers, where rookie Jaime Jaquez Jr. scored 31 points and Harris scored 27 points for the 76ers. The game marked Erik Spoelstra's ninth Christmas Day victory. Both teams are expected to return to action later this week.