In 1994, the Houston Rockets hoisted the Larry O’Brien trophy for the first time in franchise history after taking down the New York Knicks in a dramatic seven-game series. 30 years later, KPRC 2 is celebrating the Rockets’ unforgettable run.
These must-have Insider Deal household items are at unbeatable prices! HOUSTON - JUNE 22: The Houston Rockets celebrate on the podium after winning the NBA Championship following Game Seven of the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks played on June 22, 1994 at The Summit in Houston , Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License agreement.
With their backs against the wall, Houston won back-to-back games in Phoenix and took the lead in the series after winning Game 5 at home. The Rockets dropped Game 6 in anbut finished things off at The Summit with a 104-94 win in Game 7. In that contest, rookie guard Sam Cassell scored 22 points and dished out seven assists off the bench.
Game 1 of the 1994 Finals was a defensive slugfest, with the Rockets squeaking out an 85-78 victory at home. The most notable takeaway from this game was Olajuwon’s defense on Knicks’ star center Patrick Ewing. The Rockets out-rebounded the Knicks, and Ewing finished with 23 points on just 10-of-26 from the field.
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