MCQ Trivia Quiz: NBA Finals Underdogs

The Spurs, in the lockout-shortened 1999 season, won their first NBA championship by defeating the New York Knicks, establishing the foundation for their future dynasty.

The 1975 Warriors, led by Rick Barry, were not favored to win against the Washington Bullets but managed to sweep them in the Finals for their first championship in the West Coast era.

The 1984 Boston Celtics, rejuvenated by the rivalry between Larry Bird and Magic Johnson, overcame the Los Angeles Lakers in a seven-game series. This victory not only marked a significant chapter in their storied rivalry but also solidified the Celtics' legacy in the 1980s.

The 1978 Washington Bullets, considered underdogs, defeated the Seattle SuperSonics in a hard-fought seven-game series to win their first and only NBA Championship. This victory was notable for the Bullets' resilience and team effort throughout the playoffs.

The Rockets, led by Hakeem Olajuwon, captured their first championship in 1994 by defeating the New York Knicks in a seven-game series, marking the start of their own mini-dynasty.

Led by Dirk Nowitzki, the Mavericks won their first NBA title in 2011, overcoming the favored Miami Heat and their "Big Three" in a memorable Finals series.

In 2006, the Miami Heat, led by Dwyane Wade and with the addition of Shaquille O'Neal, overcame the Dallas Mavericks to win their first NBA Championship, despite being the underdogs.

The Mavericks, led by Dirk Nowitzki, overcame the newly formed "Big Three" of LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh in Miami to win the 2011 NBA Finals in six games, marking the first championship in franchise history

The 1983 76ers, featuring Moses Malone and Julius Erving, dominated the NBA Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers, completing a playoff run with only one loss.

The 1977 Portland Trail Blazers, led by Bill Walton, were not expected to win the NBA Finals. However, they overcame the Philadelphia 76ers in six games, bringing home their first NBA championship

The 2015 Golden State Warriors, led by Stephen Curry, utilized their "Grit and Grind" style, focusing on defense and a revolutionary approach to three-point shooting, to defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers and win their first championship in 40 years.

In 2004, the Detroit Pistons were considered underdogs against the star-studded Los Angeles Lakers, featuring Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal. However, Detroit's team-oriented play and tough defense led them to a 4-1 series victory.

The 1969 Boston Celtics, led by Bill Russell, were considered underdogs against the Los Angeles Lakers' super team. They won Game 7 on the road, securing Russell's 11th championship in his final season.

The 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers made history by overcoming a 3-1 deficit against the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals. Led by LeBron James, this victory marked the first NBA Championship for the Cavaliers and the city of Cleveland's first major sports championship in 52 years.

The Rockets entered the 1995 playoffs as the sixth seed and defeated the Orlando Magic in the Finals, becoming the lowest-seeded team to win the NBA Championship, led by Hakeem Olajuwon.

The 1999 Spurs, led by Tim Duncan and David Robinson, won their first NBA championship, establishing the beginning of a new dynasty under coach Gregg Popovich. This victory set the stage for a series of successful seasons and championships.

The Celtics, uniting Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett, and Ray Allen, overcame the Los Angeles Lakers in 2008 to win their 17th championship, revitalizing their historic rivalry

The "Bad Boys" Pistons swept the favored Los Angeles Lakers in 1989, showcasing their physical style of play and team depth to secure their first of back-to-back championships.

The 2009 Lakers, led by Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol, won their 15th championship by defeating the Orlando Magic, marking Phil Jackson's 10th title as a coach.

The 1979 SuperSonics won their only NBA Championship by defeating the Washington Bullets, avenging their Finals loss to the same team the previous year.