2000 NBA Finals
Los Angeles Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers won the 2000 NBA Finals, beating the Indiana Pacers 4-2. Shaquille O'Neal was named Finals MVP.
The Finals used the 2-3-2 home-court format that year.
See every result since 1947 in the NBA champions by year list.
Who Won the 2000 NBA Finals?
The Los Angeles Lakers won the series 4-2 as the Western Conference champion. The title was the 12th in franchise history.
2000 NBA Finals Series Result
| Champion | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|
| Runner-up | Indiana Pacers |
| Series result | Lakers win 4-2 |
| Games played | 6 |
| Finals MVP | Shaquille O'Neal (Los Angeles Lakers) |
| Season | 1999-00 |
| League | NBA |
| Trophy | Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy |
| Format | Best-of-seven, 2-3-2 |
Results checked against Basketball-Reference on November 14, 2026.
Who Was the 2000 NBA Finals MVP?
Shaquille O'Neal of the Los Angeles Lakers won the Finals MVP award.
2000 NBA Finals FAQ
Who won the 2000 NBA Finals?
The Los Angeles Lakers won the 2000 NBA Finals, beating the Indiana Pacers 4-2.
Who were the 2000 NBA champions?
The Los Angeles Lakers were the 2000 champions of the NBA.
Who was the 2000 NBA Finals MVP?
Shaquille O'Neal of the Los Angeles Lakers was named Finals MVP.
How many games did the 2000 NBA Finals last?
The series lasted 6 games.
How many championships did the Lakers have after 2000?
The 2000 title was the franchise's 12th championship.
Which season did the 2000 NBA Finals end?
The 2000 NBA Finals closed the 1999-00 season.
The 2000 NBA Finals ended with the Lakers beating the Pacers 4-2, with Shaquille O'Neal as Finals MVP. For every champion since 1947, see the NBA champions by year list.