The two historic franchises have competed against each other in numerous finals. Both of them have won 17 titles each.
The rivalry between Jordan's Bulls and Zeke's Pistons was intense, fueled by physical play and a battle for Eastern Conference supremacy.
Their games were known for their highlight-reel plays, and high stakes, with both teams consistently contending for the Eastern Conference championship.
The two teams faced off in the NBA Finals for four consecutive seasons from 2015 to 2018, in which Warriors won 3 times and Cavs 1 time.
Both teams were incredibly successful, with the Lakers winning five NBA championships during the Kobe era and the Spurs winning five championships during the Duncan era.
The teams faced each other multiple times in the playoffs throughout the 1990s. Despite the toughness of the Knicks, the Bulls remained untamed.
The two teams met in three NBA Finals between 1980 and 1983, with the Lakers winning two of those matchups and the 76ers taking home the championship in 1983.