6 Unforgettable Game 7 moments in NBA Finals history: From Magic Johnson's phenomenal legacy to LeBron James' block and more
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With Game 7 of the 2025
NBA
Finals being a tie-breaker between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers at Paycom Center, the world witnessed one of the craziest nights in the world of basketball.
With two teams, Thunder and Pacers, standing out with respect to their defense and offense, they not only balanced the games but also escalated the face-off up to Game 7 after back-to-back draws.
Looking at the history of the NBA, it has been evident that Game 7 has broken hearts and even brought tears of happiness. The chase-down block has always brought out the best performance by the participating NBA teams in the finals.
From Lakers' star LeBron James and Kyrie Irving's dominant take in 2016 to Kobe Bryant's terrific performance in 2010, the participating teams have witnessed the Game 7 level only 19 times in the history of the NBA as of now.
Here are 6 of the best Game 7 moments from the NBA Finals in the history of the popular championship.
2010 NBA Finals- Los Angeles Lakers vs. Boston Celtics
During the 2010 NBA Finals, the rivalry between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics took an ugly turn as superstar Kobe Bryant went on to seal the deal with a match-winning performance.
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Bryant scored a game-high 23 points along with 15 rebounds, whereas Pau Gasol even matched the intensity of his fellow teammate with 19 points and 18 rebounds, which dominated the star players of the Boston Celtics. The rivalry between the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers has been in existence for a long time.
The face-off between both teams became a hotbed of discussion in the NBA world.
2010 NBA Finals - Boston vs Los Angeles - Game 7 Best Plays
1984 NBA Finals- Boston Celtics vs. Los Angeles Lakers
Back in June of 1984, the Boston Celtics defeated the Los Angeles Lakers with an overall score of 111-102 in one of the fiercest Game 7 NBA Finals.
Celtics' star Larry Bird gave a noteworthy performance, leading the reputed NBA team towards the much-needed victory. However, the impact of the Los Angeles Lakers' star Magic Johnson failed to work against the Celtics in the 1984 NBA Finals.
1984 NBA Finals - Los Angeles vs Boston - Game 7 Best Plays
2016 NBA Finals- Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Golden State Warriors
The Cleveland Cavaliers went on to become the first NBA team to bridge a 3-1 deficit and later dominate the Golden State Warriors in the 2016 NBA Finals. According to the statistics, LeBron James' performance remained the best in the 2016 NBA season, as he went on to make 27 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists in Game 7.
The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Golden State Warriors with an overall score of 93-89.
Warriors vs Cavaliers: Game 7 NBA Finals - 06.19.16 Full Highlights
1988 NBA Finals- Los Angeles Lakers vs. Detroit Pistons
The Los Angeles Lakers decimated the Detroit Pistons after trailing behind with 3-2 during the 1988 NBA Finals. James Worthy went on to deliver a phenomenal performance with 36 points, 10 assists, and 16 rebounds. Lakers star Magic Johnson delivered an offense with 19 points and 14 assists. In one of the most interesting games of the 1988 NBA Finals, the Lakers proved that they are the undisputed kings of the NBA.
1988 NBA FINALS - Los Angeles Lakers vs Detroit Pistons - FULL GAME 7 Highlights
1970 NBA Finals- New York Knicks vs. Los Angeles Lakers
With a torn thigh, New York Knicks star Willis Reed led his team against the Lakers during Game 7 of the 1970 NBA Finals. The Knicks managed to create a dominance over the Lakers with an overall score of 113-99. Reed even went on to earn the MVP title, and when it comes to talking about one of the most interesting moments from Game 7 of the NBA Finals, it is difficult to miss out on Willis Reed's contribution to the Knicks and his sportsmanship.
Jerry West 60-Footer - April 29, 1970
2013 NBA Finals- Miami Heat vs. San Antonio Spurs
Back in 2013, LeBron James delivered one of the best performances of his NBA career against the San Antonio Spurs. He went on to score 37 points along with 12 rebounds during Game 7 of the 2013 NBA Finals and defeated the Miami Heat with an overall score of 95-88 in the final game.
EPIC Spurs at Heat 4th quarter highlights from Game 6!
Dwyane Wade gave Miami a major lift with 23 points and 10 rebounds, doing a little bit of everything to keep the Heat in control. Shane Battier knocked down four three-pointers, each one helping stretch the floor and shift momentum Miami's way. On the other end, the Spurs had one last shot to stay alive, but Tim Duncan couldn't convert a tough look inside—then missed the follow-up. That sequence all but sealed it, as the Heat grabbed the rebound and ran out the clock.
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