Who was the 2009 NBA champion?
Who was the 2009 NBA champion?
Los Angeles Lakers
2008–09 NBA season/Champion
On June 14, 2009, the Los Angeles Lakers captured their 15th NBA title in franchise history with a 99–86 victory over the Orlando Magic in Game 5 of the 2009 NBA Finals.
Where did Kobe get his fourth ring?
The Lakers reach the Finals but lose to Boston in six games. Aug. 24, 2008 – Bryant wins a gold medal at the Beijing Olympics as a member of the U.S. men’s basketball team. June 14, 2009 – Bryant wins his fourth NBA title and is named the Finals MVP as the Lakers beat the Orlando Magic in five games.
Who won the finals in 2009?
2009 NBA Finals/Champion
How old was Kobe in 2009?
31
Interpreted as:
| NAME | SEASON | AGE |
|---|---|---|
| Kobe Bryant | 2000-01 | 22 |
| Kobe Bryant | 2001-02 | 23 |
| Kobe Bryant | 2008-09 | 30 |
| Kobe Bryant | 2009-10 | 31 |
Who are the defending champions of the NBA?
The Boston Celtics and the Minneapolis/Los Angeles Lakers alone own almost half of the titles, having won a combined 33 of 73 championships. As of 2019 , the defending champions are the Toronto Raptors, making history as the first team from outside of the United States to win.
What was the margin of victory in the NBA Finals?
The 25-point margin of victory was the 6th-largest in NBA Finals Game 1 history. Due to stellar defense by the Lakers, Dwight Howard was a dismal 1–6 from the field, his fewest made field goals in his playoff career, and finished with 12 points, 10 of which came from free throws.
Which is the championship series of the NBA?
The National Basketball Association (NBA) Finals is the championship series for the NBA and the conclusion of its postseason.
Who was the Western finalist for the 1947 NBA championship?
Champions Year Western finalist Coach Result Coach 1947 Chicago Stags (1) (1, 0–1) Harold Olsen 1–4 Eddie Gottlieb 1948 Baltimore Bullets (2) (1, 1–0) Buddy Jeannette 4–2 Eddie Gottlieb 1949 Minneapolis Lakers (2) (1, 1–0) John Kundla 4–2 Red Auerbach