... in 1972, Pat Riley was a key contributor in the Los Angeles Lakers first ever title run, helping them squeak past the New York Knicks in overtime 116-111. The win pushed L.A. to a 3-1 NBA Finals advantage. Two nights later, Riley along with legends/teammates Jerry West and Wilt Chamberlain, blitzed the Knicks to get their first ever crown. Riley averaged seven points off the bench for the season and for the Championship series.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Cinco de Mayo: On this date...
... in 1972, Pat Riley was a key contributor in the Los Angeles Lakers first ever title run, helping them squeak past the New York Knicks in overtime 116-111. The win pushed L.A. to a 3-1 NBA Finals advantage. Two nights later, Riley along with legends/teammates Jerry West and Wilt Chamberlain, blitzed the Knicks to get their first ever crown. Riley averaged seven points off the bench for the season and for the Championship series.
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