The 40 Greatest NBA Finals of All Time, Ranked

“Fo’, fo’, fo’.” Moses Malone nearly called it. The Sixers stormed through the playoffs, losing only once and sweeping the mighty Lakers in the Finals. It was redemption for Dr. J, who finally captured the ring that had eluded him. Malone was monstrous, averaging 26 and 18, earning Finals MVP.

The series lacked tension but overflowed with dominance. Philly was a juggernaut, too big, too bright, too relentless. The sweep itself wasn’t thrilling, but the story? Long-awaited glory for a city and a superstar. Sometimes greatness doesn’t come wrapped in drama. Sometimes, it just crushes everything in its path.