To celebrate the return of NBA basketball, 2K Sports has announced that they will provide simulations of the Christmas Day match-ups between the Knicks-Celtics, Mavericks-Heat, Lakers-Bulls, Thunder-Magic and Warriors-Clippers in NBA 2K12. Additionally, they will discount the PS3 and Xbox 360 versions of the game to $39.99 and the iPhone and iPad will be offered for the discounted prices of $2.99 and $4.99, respectively.

“It sure feels like Christmas has arrived early here at 2K Sports,” said Jason Argent, vice president of marketing for 2K Sports. “We’re obviously thrilled that NBA basketball is set to return, so we are offering several ways for fans to join us in our excitement.”