After losing a heartbreaking Game 5 in the final seconds, the Lakers were determined to leave no doubt in Sunday's Game 6. Los Angeles led wire to wire with a dominant performance, beating the Heat, 106-93, to win their 17th title in franchise history.
While Friday's Game 5 provided plenty of suspense and dramatic moments, this one was decisive nearly from the opening tip.
The Lakers led, 28-20, at the end of the first quarter, then outscored the Heat 36-16 in the second to secure a 64-36 halftime lead. Their defense completely suffocated the Heat, who shot 35-for-79 (43.