The NBA Finals 2022 was the hallmark of the series of matches played in the 2021-2022 season. It was also the conclusion of the season’s playoffs. It was a tussle between the Golden State Warriors and the Bolton Celtics. It was the climax of the entire season and the most enjoyable part.
The final match attracted the attention of fans and bettors of the NBA from around the globe. This article is best suited to acquaint you with all the information you would like to know about the NBA 2022 Finals. Enjoy!
The Season So Far
The NBA season is a series of best-of-seven playoffs. The 2022 season started on 2nd June 2021 and concluded on 16th June 2022. Thirty basketball teams keenly contested the season. These teams play 82 games every regular season. The best 16 teams from these games proceed to the playoffs to compete for the NBA championship trophy.
Every season is usually placed in two divisions; the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference.
- The Eastern Conference
The Eastern conference division of the NBA consists of 15 teams. Some of these are Atlanta Hawks, Brooklyn Nets, Charlotte Hornets, and Bolton Celtics, to mention a few. The regular games within the teams began, presenting only eight teams for the playoff. The 7-match playoff in the Eastern conference ended with Bolton Celtics as the champion of the Eastern Conference.
- The Western Conference
The Western conference division of the NBA also consists of 15 teams. The regular games within the teams began, presenting only eight teams for the playoff. The 7-match playoff in the Western conference ended with the Golden state warriors as the champion of the Western Conference.
The Final Match
The NBA final 2022 was between the Eastern and Western Conference champions, Bolton Celtics and Golden State Warriors. The match was held at Chase Center, San Francisco, California. It was scheduled for 16th June 2022 and tipped off at 9 pm ET. With an attendance of about 18,000 spectators, a total of 6 games were played.
The summaries of these games are highlighted below:
- First Game
The Celtics began the finals on a high note. With players like AI Horford clinching 26 points in favor of the Celtics while Stephen Curry made 34 points in favor of the Golden State Warriors. The game ended 120 -108 in favor of the Celtics.
- Second Game
The Golden state warriors made a quick comeback against the Celtics. Stephen Curry again had the most shots leading with 28 points. The second game ended at 107-88 in favor of the Golden state warriors.
- Third Game
The game continued on a high note ending at 116-100 in favor of the Celtics, leading the series 2-1.
- Fourth Game
The Golden State Warriors could equalize the series, with Curry making 43 points. The Golden State Warriors led the game 107 – 97. The result of the series at the end of the game was 2-2.
- Fifth Game
The Golden State Warriors intensified their efforts ending the fifth game at 104-94 and leading the series 3-2.
- Sixth Game
The Golden state warriors crowned their efforts with brilliant success. The game ended at 103-90 and a series score of 4-2 to emerge as the winner of the NBA 2022.
Fun Facts About the NBA 2022 Finals
- Did you know that most betting experts placed their bets in favor of the Golden State Warriors? This was after carefully analyzing the lineups and the fact that the warriors were the big home underdogs. Access to such betting updates by following unique guides for sports betting helped several bettors win bets.
- Youtube sponsored the series.
- The final match was a resemblance to the 1964 NBA finals.
- The victory was the first Golden state win since 2018 and the fourth championship in 8 years.
- Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors was named Finals Most Valuable Player (MVP) for the first time in his career.
Facts About the Golden State Warriors
- The team originally bore Philadelphia warriors at inception in 1946, changed to San Francisco Warriors in 1962, and later to Golden state warriors in 1971
- The name of the head coach is Steve Kerr.
- The stadium’s name is Chase Center, and it is located in San Francisco, California.
- The team’s colors are royal blue and California golden yellow.
- The Golden State Warriors earlier had a total of 6 NBA championships; the recent win makes it a total of 7 championships by the Golden State Warriors.
- The team has the 3rd highest number of championships and
- Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson of the Golden State Warriors are among the greatest backcourts of all time.
Conclusion
The NBA finals every year is always an event to anticpate. Players see it as an opportunity to make a name for themselves. The fans love the thrill of cheering on their favorite teams. Bettors love the money the stand to make when the match goes their way. For the NBA community, the finals is always the height of it all with a lot of twists and turns.