NBA Finals / 1972

1972 NBA Finals: Los Angeles Lakers vs. New York Knicks

The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the New York Knicks in the 1972 NBA Finals, winning the series 4-1. Wilt Chamberlain was named NBA Finals MVP.

ChampionLos Angeles Lakers

Runner-UpNew York Knicks

Series Result4-1

Finals MVPWilt Chamberlain

The 1972 NBA Finals featured the Los Angeles Lakers and the New York Knicks. Los Angeles Lakers won the championship series 4-1.

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