Traded to Toronto in 2018-19, Kawhi Leonard beat the injury-hit Warriors 4-2 for the franchise’s first title and was named Finals MVP.
After the 2019 Finals injury and two missed playoffs, Curry held on through doubt. In 2022 he led a comeback, completing his redemption with a title and first FMVP.
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Teaming with Harden in 2017, Paul led the Rockets to a 3-2 West Finals lead over Golden State in 2018, then a hamstring injury ended the dream.
After 1970 knee issues recurred, Reed’s minutes fell, yet he still led the 1973 title run; injury forced his early retirement.
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