NBA has always been home to some of the most iconic moments in basketball history, and the league has been witness to some thrilling games throughout its history. Here, we take a look at ten of the most entertaining NBA games in history.
This game featured some incredible performances from two of the game’s greatest players, Magic Johnson and Larry Bird. With the series tied at 2-2, the Lakers ended up winning 107-106 in a nail-biting finish. Magic Johnson made an incredible shot with just two seconds remaining, sealing the victory for the Lakers.
Michael Jordan’s Chicago Bulls were up against the Utah Jazz in the 1998 NBA Finals, and the series was tied 3-3 heading into Game 7. Jordan, who had been battling an illness, put in a spectacular performance in this game, scoring 45 points and leading the Bulls to a 90-86 win.
The Miami Heat found themselves trailing the San Antonio Spurs 3-2 in the series, and it looked like the Spurs were about to clinch the NBA title in Game 6. However, the Heat made a stunning comeback to win 103-100 in overtime. Ray Allen was the hero, hitting a clutch three-pointer with just 5.2 seconds remaining to send the game into OT.
This game was a high-scoring affair, with both teams putting up impressive numbers on the scoreboard. The game ended up going into triple overtime, with the Celtics prevailing 128-126. Paul Westphal was the star of the game, scoring 25 points and dishing out 7 assists.
This game featured some incredible performances from Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant, with the Lakers coming out as winners with a score of 89-84. O’Neal put in a dominant performance, scoring 41 points and grabbing 12 rebounds, while Bryant added 25 points of his own. The win gave the Lakers their first NBA championship in twelve years.
This game was an absolute thriller, going back and forth until the very end. The Rockets eventually won 115-114, with Hakeem Olajuwon scoring 31 points to lead the way. The game is perhaps best remembered for Mario Elie’s game-winning shot with just 7.1 seconds remaining.
The Knicks found themselves down by six points with just 18 seconds remaining in this game, but they somehow managed to come back and win in dramatic fashion. John Starks was the hero for the Knicks, hitting two clutch three-pointers to give them the lead. The final score was 98-95 in favor of the Knicks.
This game was a high-scoring affair, with both teams dazzling the crowd with their offensive prowess. The game ended up going into double overtime, with the Warriors eventually prevailing 138-132. Baron Davis was the star of the game for the Warriors, scoring 34 points, grabbing 14 rebounds, and dishing out 8 assists.
The Heat were down 2-0 in the series and were in a must-win situation heading into Game 5. Dwyane Wade put in an incredible performance, scoring 43 points to lead the Heat to a 101-100 win. The game featured a controversial call late in the fourth quarter, with officials awarding Wade two free throws despite there being no contact.
This game was a classic, with the Cavaliers and Warriors battling it out until the final minute. LeBron James put in a dominant performance, scoring 27 points, grabbing 11 rebounds, and dishing out 11 assists. Kyrie Irving hit the game-winning shot with just under a minute remaining, giving the Cavaliers a 93-89 victory and their first-ever NBA championship.
These ten games showcase the very best that NBA basketball has to offer. The incredible skill, athleticism, and drama make the NBA a must-watch for sports fans worldwide. Whether you are a die-hard fan or a casual observer, these games are definitely worth revisiting.
