Sixers’ magical ride finally comes to a halt as L.A. wins in five ** The Lakers’ fourth straight win gives them their second straight NBA title. ** NBA Finals 2001 Game 5
By Andre D. Williams ·
The heart, the hustle, and the fight were there for the Philadelphia 76ers until the end. But their prayer was left unanswered because every move they made was countered, every rally was cut short. The best from the West, those cocky and confident Los Angeles Lakers, weathered…
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