NBA Finals / 1980

1980 NBA Finals: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Philadelphia 76ers

The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Philadelphia 76ers in the 1980 NBA Finals, winning the series 4-2. Magic Johnson was named NBA Finals MVP.

ChampionLos Angeles Lakers

Runner-UpPhiladelphia 76ers

Series Result4-2

Finals MVPMagic Johnson

The 1980 NBA Finals featured the Los Angeles Lakers and the Philadelphia 76ers. Los Angeles Lakers won the championship series 4-2.

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