1993 NBA Finals – Chicago Bulls vs. Phoenix Suns Michael Jordan’s only Finals MVP against a non-Eastern Conference opponent came in a thrilling 4–2 series over Charles Barkley’s Suns. Jordan averaged 41.0 points per game—the highest in Finals history—including a 55-point explosion in Game 4. Barkley, the regular-season MVP, battled valiantly with 27.3 points and 13.0 rebounds but lacked sufficient support. The series featured four overtime games, including a triple-OT classic in Game 3. John Paxson’s Game 6 three-pointer sealed the three-peat. Played in the desert heat, it showcased offensive firepower rarely seen in June. For Jordan, it completed a perfect Finals record (3–0 in appearances); for Barkley, it was noble defeat. The contrast between Jordan’s killer instinct and Barkley’s charismatic defiance made it unforgettable.
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