About NBA Finals Performances
The NBA Finals is where legacies are made. Michael Jordan's 41 PPG in the 1993 Finals against the Suns remains the benchmark for individual Finals dominance. His six Finals appearances yielded six titles and six Finals MVP awards -- a perfect record.
Modern Finals have produced equally memorable performances. LeBron James's 2016 Finals, where he led both teams in every major statistical category while overcoming a 3-1 deficit, is considered one of the greatest championship performances ever.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has the highest PPG in a single NBA Finals?
Michael Jordan averaged 41.0 PPG in the 1993 Finals against the Phoenix Suns. Rick Barry averaged 40.8 PPG in the 1967 Finals.
Has anyone won Finals MVP on the losing team?
Yes. Jerry West won the first-ever Finals MVP award in 1969 despite the Lakers losing to the Boston Celtics in seven games.
Who has won the most Finals MVP awards?
Michael Jordan holds the record with 6 Finals MVP awards, winning one in each of his six Finals appearances. LeBron James has 4.