2002 NBA Finals
Los Angeles Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers won the 2002 NBA Finals, beating the New Jersey Nets (now the Brooklyn Nets) 4-0. Shaquille O'Neal was named Finals MVP.
The win completed a three-peat: titles in 2000, 2001 and 2002.
See every result since 1947 in the NBA champions by year list.
Who Won the 2002 NBA Finals?
The Los Angeles Lakers won the series 4-0 as the Western Conference champion. The title was the 14th in franchise history.
2002 NBA Finals Series Result
| Champion | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|
| Runner-up | New Jersey Nets (now Brooklyn Nets) |
| Series result | Lakers win 4-0 |
| Games played | 4 |
| Finals MVP | Shaquille O'Neal (Los Angeles Lakers) |
| Season | 2001-02 |
| 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 2002 NBA Finals MVP?
Shaquille O'Neal of the Los Angeles Lakers won the Finals MVP award. It was his 3rd Finals MVP.
How the 2002 NBA Finals Fit in NBA History
- The Lakers swept the series without losing a game.
- The Finals used the 2-3-2 home-court format that year.
2002 NBA Finals FAQ
Who won the 2002 NBA Finals?
The Los Angeles Lakers won the 2002 NBA Finals, beating the New Jersey Nets 4-0.
Who were the 2002 NBA champions?
The Los Angeles Lakers were the 2002 champions of the NBA.
Who was the 2002 NBA Finals MVP?
Shaquille O'Neal of the Los Angeles Lakers was named Finals MVP.
How many games did the 2002 NBA Finals last?
The series lasted 4 games. It was a 4-0 sweep.
How many championships did the Lakers have after 2002?
The 2002 title was the franchise's 14th championship.
Which season did the 2002 NBA Finals end?
The 2002 NBA Finals closed the 2001-02 season.
The 2002 NBA Finals ended with the Lakers beating the Nets 4-0, with Shaquille O'Neal as Finals MVP. For every champion since 1947, see the NBA champions by year list.