Since 1969, the NBA has given the Finals MVP award to the player who stepped up to the bright lights the most, rewarding plenty of stars with another trophy to add to their collection. A Finals ...

When the 1969 NBA Finals reached its final stage after six intense battles, both rivals—the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics—faced a crucial "do or die" game.

In an excerpt from his book about the epic 1969 Lakers-Celtics NBA Finals, the author offers a theory on the night that inspired the most famous logo in sports.

In an excerpt from his book about the epic 1969 Lakers-Celtics NBA Finals, the author offers a theory on the night that inspired the most famous logo in sports.

Jerry West showcased his big game chops during the 1969 NBA Finals, becoming the first — and to date, only — player in league history to take home Finals MVP in a losing performance.

On April 20, 1969, Baylor made sure the Lakers closed the door on the Hawks and end any hopes they had of going to the NBA Finals.

On their way to winning their 11th of a current NBA-record 17 titles, the Boston Celtics had to win Game 4 of the 1969 NBA Finals, and it took a friendly bounce for it to happen. The game itself ...

Before Michael Jordan snatched away the record, Jerry West held the high mark for most points by a guard in the NBA Finals with his 1969 performance.