The 2010 FMVP was “steadier” than 2009—it proved the first wasn’t a fluke, against a far tougher Boston.
The 2001 title was Shaq’s hinge—from first-time champion to the anchor of a back-to-back dynasty.
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In 2013 the Heat beat the Spurs 4-3; James’s back-to-back title locked in a Miami dynasty.
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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.
In 2017-18, Kevin Durant helped Golden State sweep Cleveland 4-0 for a repeat title, earning Finals MVP for the second straight year with unstoppable clutch play.