In the NBA, the Christmas lineup averaged 5.25 million viewers on ABC and ESPN, a big increase from the all-time low of 2.85 million in 2023. ABC simulcast all five games this year, whereas the broadcaster only carried two a year ago due in part to its Monday Night Football obligation.

The Houston Texans held up their end of the bargain when it comes to ratings for the NFL Christmas game on Netflix.

Netflix’s most recent foray into live sports broadcasting ended with frustration from many viewers who experienced buffering and lag time during the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul boxing match. Houston football fans won’t have to worry about a similar issue arising on Christmas Day.