1980 NBA Finals- Game 6 Lakers Defeat 76ers

Watch Rookie Magic Johnson in 1980 NBA Finals

Magic Johnson of the Lakers became the first and the only rookie to win the NBA Finals MVP award, leading the Lakers to a clinching victory in Game 6 with 42 points, 15 rebounds and seven assists. With center Kareem Abdul-Jabbar out with a severely sprained ankle, Johnson started at center in his stead, and ultimately played all five positions on the court during the game.