Since the founding of the NBA in 1947, the NBA Finals have been the most anticipated event for basketball fans every year. After decades of development, the final has become a world influential sports feast. Let's review the competition in the NBA Finals
Previous NBA Finals
Since the founding of the NBA in 1947, the NBA Finals every year have been the most anticipated event for basketball fans. After decades of development, the final has become a world influential sports feast. Let's review the matches in the NBA Finals and discuss which teams are the strongest and which are the most exciting.
1962: Boston Celtics vs. Los Angeles Lakers
The final was hailed as one of the most classic matches in history. At that time, the Celtics had many basketball legends such as Bill Russell and Bob Coucy, while the Lakers had superstars such as Elgin Baylor and Jerry West. The whole series was extremely intense, and finally the Celtics won a narrow victory with a total score of 4-3, becoming the first team to win three consecutive championships in history.
1984: Boston Celtics vs. Los Angeles Lakers
The final was hailed as one of the greatest matches in history. The competition between the two teams has reached the peak, and every game is full of tension and passion. The match became a legendary contest between Larry Bird and Magic Johnson, and finally the Celtics narrowly won 4-3 overall, and Bird became the MVP of the finals.
1998: Chicago Bulls vs. Utah Jazz
The final was hailed as Jordan's last battle. At that time, the Bulls had become a legendary team, while the Jazz had superstars such as Malone and Stockton. The whole series was full of suspense and drama. In the end, the Bulls won the championship with a total score of 4-2. Jordan also ended his brilliant career with a winner.
2016: Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Golden State Warriors
The final was hailed as one of the most suspenseful matches in history. The Warriors had the best record in history in the regular season, while the Cavaliers were led by LeBron James. The whole series was full of surprises and drama. Finally, the Cavaliers won the championship with a total score of 4-3, realizing Cleveland's first NBA championship.
Which teams are the strongest?
Historically, Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers are the two strongest teams. The Celtics won three consecutive titles in the 1960s, while the Lakers won several titles in the 1980s and 2000s. These two teams both have many legendary players and rich history, and their confrontation has become a classic among the classics.
Which duels are the most exciting?
In addition to the classic duels mentioned above, there are many other wonderful finals. For example, the Los Angeles Lakers vs Philadelphia 76ers in 1980 was a legendary duel between Magic Johnson and Julius Owen; In 1991, the Chicago Bulls played against the Los Angeles Lakers, which was the historical moment when Jordan won the championship for the first time. Each final has its unique charm and story.
epilogue
The NBA Finals is the competition for the highest honor in the basketball industry, attracting hundreds of millions of fans around the world every year. All previous matches and competitions have left a deep impression, let us remember the classic moments. No matter which team is the strongest and which match is the most exciting, the final is an indispensable part of sports history.
