53 seconds, one release, and an end to Cleveland’s 52-year pro-sports title drought — Irving’s three is written into NBA history.
In year one of Boston’s Big Three, the Celtics beat the Lakers 4-2. Paul Pierce won Finals MVP, capping a decade in green.
In 1987 Finals Game 4, Magic finished with a sky-hook-style toss for a near-buzzer win. The "baby hook" became an NBA classic and a tribute to his mentor Kareem.
The 1987 NBA Finals MVP was Magic Johnson of the Los Angeles Lakers. Verified against the official NBA list.