NBA Finals / 1965

1965 NBA Finals: Boston Celtics vs. Los Angeles Lakers

The Boston Celtics defeated the Los Angeles Lakers in the 1965 NBA Finals, winning the series 4-1. The Finals MVP award had not been introduced yet.

ChampionBoston Celtics

Runner-UpLos Angeles Lakers

Series Result4-1

Finals MVPNot awarded

The 1965 NBA Finals featured the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers. Boston Celtics won the championship series 4-1.

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