Who won the 2016 NBA Finals?
The Cleveland Cavaliers won the 2016 NBA Finals, defeating the Golden State Warriors 4-3 to capture their first championship in franchise history.
Questions about 2016 NBA Finals
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What made the 2016 NBA Finals historically significant?
The Cavaliers became the first team in NBA history to overcome a 3-1 series deficit and win the Finals. The win also ended a 52-year championship drought across every major professional sport in Cleveland.
Who was named MVP of the 2016 NBA Finals?
LeBron James was named Finals MVP unanimously, averaging 29.7 points, 11.3 rebounds, 8.9 assists, 2.6 steals and 2.3 blocks. He led all players in the series in each of those five categories, a first in NBA playoff history.
When was the 2016 NBA Finals played?
The series ran from the 2nd of June 2016 to the 19th of June 2016. Cleveland won Game 7 by a score of 93-89.
What was "The Block" in the 2016 NBA Finals?
"The Block" was LeBron James's chase-down block of an Andre Iguodala layup attempt in Game 7, with the score tied at 89 and 1 minute 50 seconds left.
Why was Draymond Green suspended during the 2016 NBA Finals?
Draymond Green was suspended for Game 5 after picking up his fourth flagrant foul point of the playoffs. The point came from a Flagrant Foul 1 for contact with LeBron James during Game 4, which officials ruled unnecessary and retaliatory.