2009 NBA Finals Game 5: Lakers vs Magic
Lakers claim 15th title, first since 2002.
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Orlando Magic in Game 5 of the 2009 NBA Finals to win their 15th championship. The Lakers' 15th title did not tie them with the Boston Celtics, who had 17 championships at the time.
Quick Facts
- Final score
- Lakers 99, Magic 86
- Series result
- Lakers win 4-1
- Mvp performance
- Kobe Bryant: 30 points
- 5 rebounds
- 5 assists
- Key defensive stop
- Shaquille O'Neal's return to Orlando as a Laker
- Historic context
- First title for the franchise since 2004
Lore & Background
The Lakers won the championship in 2009, their first title since 2002. The team was led by Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol, with coach Phil Jackson. The Lakers had previously won three consecutive championships between 2000 and 2002.
Reader's Guide
The Lakers' victory in Game 5 secured the franchise's 15th NBA championship. The team returned to the NBA Finals after trading for Pau Gasol, winning the championship in 2009.
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