Here are some of my memorable NBA Finals moments, much thanks to Michael Jordan.
1998 - Jordan's Last Jumper (as a Bull)
Although the Utah Jazz dominated the NBA's regular season, and had home-court advantage throughout all rounds, the Bulls didn't have a problem. In the final seconds of a Bulls dynasty, Michael Jordan hits a jump shot in the late seconds on a great move against Bryon Russell.
1994 - Knicks-Rockets and the O.J. Chase
It wasn't what happened on the court at Madison Square Garden, but in Los Angeles as the telecast was overshadowed by the famous police chase in the Bronco.
2005 - Spurs-Pistons
You have to appreciate hard-working teams with substance. And both collided in a series lacking style, but showing determination and will by two teams pushing their limits. And the Spurs came out on top in a great seven-game series.
1993 - Bulls Three-peat
It wasn't Jordan to make the big shot to win the NBA Championship, but his backcourt buddy John Paxson hits a three-pointer in Game 6 with just seconds remaining to seal the series against the Phoenix Suns.
Honorable Mention
1992 - Michael Jordan continued to hit three-pointers against Portland. After another shot hit, Jordan gestured as if he didn't know why the shots were going in.
1991 - Jordan's much imitated move going to the basket against the Lakers. Sadly, this was also the final postseason played by Magic Johnson.
Nice list Mark, I did enjoy KG winning his first title in Boston. Not too memorable but a good series.
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