AIR069: Great NBA Games – Indiana Pacers vs Chicago Bulls (May 31, 1998)

Adam and
Jeff
discuss Chicago's must-win Game 7, to clinch the Eastern Conference and
make a sixth trip to the NBA Finals - May 31st, 1998 - the Bulls
take on the visiting Pacers, at the United Center.

We cover all the key aspects of the
game. We discuss the NBC broadcast and its commentary team of Bob
Costas, Doug Collins, Isiah Thomas, Ahmad Rashad and Jim Gray. We
chat about Indiana's rookie coach, the iconic Larry Bird, and his
drive to give the Pacers their first-ever trip to the NBA Finals.
Conversely, Phil Jackson dubbed this 1998 season, The Last Dance.
Something had to give. We talk about each team’s roster and our
memories and opinions on this do-or-die match-up.

As per usual, the conversation is
scattered with humor and plenty of insight. A must-listen, for
die-hard NBA fans, regardless of the team you support.

The most prominent players
mentioned in this episode, include: Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen,
Reggie Miller, Luc Longley, Mark Jackson, Toni Kukoc, Rik Smits,
Steve Kerr, Dennis Rodman, Ron Harper, Travis Best, Chris Mullin,
Jud Buechler & Jalen Rose.

Statistics mentioned, are often
courtesy of Basketball-Reference.

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