NBA Season 21 Episode 4 1990 NBA Championship Game 4
- June 12, 1990
In this episode of NBA Season 21, we take a trip down memory lane to relive the excitement and drama of the 1990 NBA Championship Game 4. This game was a pivotal moment in NBA history, as it showcased the skill and tenacity of two of the league's greatest teams: the Detroit Pistons and the Portland Trail Blazers.
The 1990 NBA Championship was a closely contested series, with both teams putting up a fierce fight from start to finish. But it was Game 4 that would ultimately determine the outcome of the series.
The Detroit Pistons, led by superstar Isiah Thomas, had already won the first two games of the series, and were looking to take a commanding 3-1 lead. On the other side of the court, the Trail Blazers were determined to even the score and keep their championship hopes alive.
The game got off to a fast start, with both teams trading baskets and playing with intense energy and intensity. The Pistons were able to pull ahead early on, thanks in large part to the play of Thomas, who was scoring at will and dominating the Blazers' defense.
But the Trail Blazers were not about to go down without a fight, and they managed to mount a comeback in the second quarter, cutting the Pistons' lead to just a few points. The rest of the game was a back-and-forth battle, with both teams making clutch shots and playing tough defense.
As the clock wound down in the fourth quarter, the outcome of the game and the series were still up in the air. The Pistons held a narrow lead, but the Trail Blazers had the ball and a chance to tie or take the lead.
What happened next was one of the most incredible and iconic moments in NBA history. With just seconds left on the clock, the Trail Blazers' star player, Clyde Drexler, drove to the basket and attempted a game-winning shot. But Thomas, known for his fierce defense, was there to block the shot and secure the victory for the Pistons.
The crowd erupted in cheers as the final buzzer sounded, and the Pistons celebrated their hard-fought victory. Thomas was named the game's MVP, having scored an incredible 29 points and played some of the best basketball of his career.
For fans of the NBA, this episode is a must-watch. It is a chance to relive one of the greatest moments in the league's history and witness the sheer skill and determination of some of the game's greatest players. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just enjoy watching basketball, the 1990 NBA Championship Game 4 is a game you won't want to miss.