2001 NBA Finals
Los Angeles Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers won the 2001 NBA Finals, beating the Philadelphia 76ers 4-1. Shaquille O'Neal was named Finals MVP.
The Lakers won back-to-back titles, after also winning in 2000.
See every result since 1947 in the NBA champions by year list.
Who Won the 2001 NBA Finals?
The Los Angeles Lakers won the series 4-1 as the Western Conference champion. The title was the 13th in franchise history.
2001 NBA Finals Series Result
| Champion | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|
| Runner-up | Philadelphia 76ers |
| Series result | Lakers win 4-1 |
| Games played | 5 |
| Finals MVP | Shaquille O'Neal (Los Angeles Lakers) |
| Season | 2000-01 |
| 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 2001 NBA Finals MVP?
Shaquille O'Neal of the Los Angeles Lakers won the Finals MVP award. It was his 2nd Finals MVP.
How the 2001 NBA Finals Fit in NBA History
- For the 76ers, it was the 6th loss in the Finals.
- The Finals used the 2-3-2 home-court format that year.
2001 NBA Finals FAQ
Who won the 2001 NBA Finals?
The Los Angeles Lakers won the 2001 NBA Finals, beating the Philadelphia 76ers 4-1.
Who were the 2001 NBA champions?
The Los Angeles Lakers were the 2001 champions of the NBA.
Who was the 2001 NBA Finals MVP?
Shaquille O'Neal of the Los Angeles Lakers was named Finals MVP.
How many games did the 2001 NBA Finals last?
The series lasted 5 games.
How many championships did the Lakers have after 2001?
The 2001 title was the franchise's 13th championship.
Which season did the 2001 NBA Finals end?
The 2001 NBA Finals closed the 2000-01 season.
How many Finals had the 76ers lost by 2001?
The 2001 series was the franchise's 6th loss in the Finals.
The 2001 NBA Finals ended with the Lakers beating the 76ers 4-1, with Shaquille O'Neal as Finals MVP. For every champion since 1947, see the NBA champions by year list.