1982 NBA Finals
Los Angeles Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers won the 1982 NBA Finals, beating the Philadelphia 76ers 4-2. Magic Johnson was named Finals MVP.
For the 76ers, it was the 5th loss in the Finals.
See every result since 1947 in the NBA champions by year list.
Who Won the 1982 NBA Finals?
The Los Angeles Lakers won the series 4-2 as the Western Conference champion. The title was the 8th in franchise history.
1982 NBA Finals Series Result
| Champion | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|
| Runner-up | Philadelphia 76ers |
| Series result | Lakers win 4-2 |
| Games played | 6 |
| Finals MVP | Magic Johnson (Los Angeles Lakers) |
| Season | 1981-82 |
| League | NBA |
| Trophy | NBA championship trophy (renamed the Larry O'Brien Trophy in 1984) |
Results checked against Basketball-Reference on November 14, 2026.
Who Was the 1982 NBA Finals MVP?
Magic Johnson of the Los Angeles Lakers won the Finals MVP award. It was his 2nd Finals MVP.
1982 NBA Finals FAQ
Who won the 1982 NBA Finals?
The Los Angeles Lakers won the 1982 NBA Finals, beating the Philadelphia 76ers 4-2.
Who were the 1982 NBA champions?
The Los Angeles Lakers were the 1982 champions of the NBA.
Who was the 1982 NBA Finals MVP?
Magic Johnson of the Los Angeles Lakers was named Finals MVP.
How many games did the 1982 NBA Finals last?
The series lasted 6 games.
How many championships did the Lakers have after 1982?
The 1982 title was the franchise's 8th championship.
Which season did the 1982 NBA Finals end?
The 1982 NBA Finals closed the 1981-82 season.
How many Finals had the 76ers lost by 1982?
The 1982 series was the franchise's 5th loss in the Finals.
The 1982 NBA Finals ended with the Lakers beating the 76ers 4-2, with Magic Johnson as Finals MVP. For every champion since 1947, see the NBA champions by year list.