5 Best Game 7 Performances in NBA history

Game 7 in the NBA is the ultimate test of a player's mettle, where legends are made or broken. It's win or go home, and anything can happen.

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Bill Russell

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Lebron James

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James Worthy

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Walt Frazier

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Kawhi Leonard

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5 Best Game 7 Performances in NBA history

Game 7 in the NBA is the ultimate test of a player's mettle, where legends are made or broken. It's win or go home, and anything can happen.

Bill Russell

In the 1962 NBA Finals, the Lakers pushed the Celtics to a Game 7, but Bill Russell's 30 points and 40 rebounds helped secure the Celtics' fourth consecutive title.

Lebron James

In the 2013 NBA Finals, the Spurs used a unique defense against LeBron James, but he led the Heat to a Game 7 victory with 37 points and a clutch mid-range shot.

James Worthy

In the 1988 NBA Finals, Worthy had a legendary performance with a triple-double of 36 points, 16 rebounds, and ten assists, leading the Lakers to a 108-105 win and the championship.

Walt Frazier

Walt 'Clyde' Frazier's impressive Game 7 performance in the 1970 NBA Finals is often overlooked, scoring 36 points and 19 assists while outshining Jerry West and leading the Knicks to victory.

Kawhi Leonard

Kawhi's 41-point masterpiece in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference semis against the 76ers, including the game-winning shot that bounced around the rim four times, sealed his legend status.

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