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The 1971 NBA MVP was Lew Alcindor of the Milwaukee Bucks. Verified against the official NBA list.
The 1971 NBA Finals MVP was Lew Alcindor of the Milwaukee Bucks. Verified against the official NBA list.
In 1971, 22-year-old Lew Alcindor (Kareem Abdul-Jabbar) led the Bucks to a 4-0 sweep, averaging 27 points and 18.5 rebounds to become the youngest Finals MVP and launch the skyhook dynasty.
Born Lew Alcindor, Kareem won three NCAA titles at UCLA, was the 1969 top pick, later changed his name and joined the Lakers. A 20-year career brought six championships.