In 1999-00 the Lakers beat Indiana 4-2. Shaquille O’Neal averaged 38 points and 16.7 boards to win his first title and Finals MVP.
In 2000 the Lakers beat Indiana 4-2; Shaq’s 38-17 line and MVP sweep launched the Lakers three-peat.
Larry Bird grew up in the small Indiana town of French Lick, played college ball at Indiana State, reached the 1979 NCAA final, and was drafted third overall by the Celtics that year.
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