NBA Finals / 1987

1987 NBA Finals: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Boston Celtics

The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Boston Celtics in the 1987 NBA Finals, winning the series 4-2. Magic Johnson was named NBA Finals MVP.

ChampionLos Angeles Lakers

Runner-UpBoston Celtics

Series Result4-2

Finals MVPMagic Johnson

The 1987 NBA Finals featured the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics. Los Angeles Lakers won the championship series 4-2.

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