In 2012 James adjusted: added muscle for post play and demanded the ball late. A series of clutch shows washed away the "soft in big moments" doubt—a psychological breakthrough.
Duncan joined in 1997 with David Robinson to form the Twin Towers; in 1999 they won the first title together, the old Admiral as sidekick, Duncan as the load-bearer.
Retirement is not the end. Iverson taught us size is never the ceiling — daring to fight is. Goodbye, Philly’s No. 3; goodbye, our Answer.
Chris Paul spent two decades writing the textbook on point guard play, yet the championship ring has eluded him. This is the story of a ringless legend.
The 1983 NBA MVP was Moses Malone of the Philadelphia 76ers. Verified against the official NBA list.
The 1983 NBA Finals MVP was Moses Malone of the Philadelphia 76ers. Verified against the official NBA list.
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.
In the 1990s Jordan led Chicago to two three-peats (1991-93, 1996-98), six Finals, six titles, with Pippen and Jackson creating the decade’s brightest team.
In the 1982 Finals the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Philadelphia 76ers 4-2. Magic Johnson averaged 16.8 points and 10.5 assists to win his second straight Finals MVP.
From pick 35 to dynasty axis, Green’s grind and leadership are the hardest assets in the Warriors’ locker room.
Wade’s trademarks — the euro-step and ghostly first step, plus ice-in-veins clutch shots — made him among the most elegant rim finishers ever.
In summer 2016 Durant left the Thunder after nine years to join the Warriors who had just beaten him—sparking huge controversy. A title answered the doubters and opened the "star superteam" debate.