The NBA Playoffs are just around the corner and everyone is eagerly anticipating who will be hosting this year’s championship games. As the world’s most popular professional sports league, the NBA attracts millions of fans every year, and the excitement surrounding the playoffs is no exception.
Factors That Determine Who Hosts the NBA Finals
There are a number of factors that come into play when determining who will host the NBA Finals each year. These include:
- Regular Season Record
- Conference Seeding
- Playoff Performance
- Venue Availability
Memorable NBA Championship Games
Now that we’ve taken a closer look at the factors that determine who hosts the NBA Finals, let’s take a look at some of the most memorable games in the league’s history.
1976 NBA Finals: Portland Trail Blazers vs. Philadelphia 76ers
The 1976 NBA Finals were one of the most memorable in league history, as they saw the underdog Portland Trail Blazers take on the heavily favored Philadelphia 76ers. The series was a true David and Goliath battle, with the Blazers coming out on top in a thrilling seven-game series. The game that stands out the most from this series was Game 5, which saw the Blazers come back from a 12-point deficit in the fourth quarter to win the game and take a commanding 3-2 lead in the series.
1980 NBA Finals: Philadelphia 76ers vs. Los Angeles Lakers
The 1980 NBA Finals saw the Philadelphia 76ers take on the Los Angeles Lakers, with the 76ers coming out on top in a hard-fought seven-game series. The game that stands out the most from this series was Game 5, which saw the 76ers come back from a 12-point deficit in the fourth quarter to win the game and take a commanding 3-2 lead in the series.
1994 NBA Finals: Houston Rockets vs. Phoenix Suns
The 1994 NBA Finals saw the Houston Rockets take on the Phoenix Suns, with the Rockets coming out on top in a thrilling seven-game series.
