Ep 2. 1979 NBA Finals Game 2
- May 24, 1979
In this episode of NBA season 10, viewers will be transported back in time to the 1979 NBA Finals Game 2. This showdown between the Seattle SuperSonics and the Washington Bullets is a classic game that is still talked about decades later. The 1979 playoffs were historic because it was the first time that the NBA Finals were held outside of the United States. The series was played between the SuperSonics and the Bullets in Washington D.C. and Seattle, and it was an intense battle between two talented teams.
In the first game of the series, the Bullets had come out on top, winning by a score of 99-97. But in Game 2, the SuperSonics were determined to even the series. The game was played in the Seattle Coliseum, which was the home of the SuperSonics from 1967-1985. It was also the site of many historic moments in Seattle sports history, including the 1979 NBA Finals.
One of the key players to watch in this game is SuperSonics point guard Gus Williams. Williams was a key player for the team during the 1978-79 season and was named an All-Star that year. In Game 1 of the Finals, Williams had led the team in scoring with 29 points, but it wasn't enough to carry the SuperSonics to victory. In Game 2, Williams would once again play a crucial role for the team.
Another player to watch in this game is Bullets forward Elvin Hayes. Hayes was one of the most dominant players in the league during the 1970s and was a key player for the Bullets during their playoff run. In Game 1, Hayes had scored 21 points and pulled down 12 rebounds, helping the Bullets to their victory. In Game 2, Hayes would face a tough challenge from the SuperSonics defense.
This game was a back-and-forth battle from start to finish. Neither team was able to pull away, and the score remained close throughout the game. Both teams were playing physical, aggressive basketball, and the game was filled with exciting plays and intense moments.
One of the key moments in the game came in the third quarter, when SuperSonics small forward John Johnson hit a clutch shot to give Seattle the lead. Johnson was a talented player who had been a key part of the SuperSonics team during the 1970s. His shot gave the SuperSonics a much-needed boost of energy and helped to swing the momentum of the game in their favor.
Throughout the game, the SuperSonics relied on their fast-paced, high-scoring offense to keep them in the game. They were known for their aggressive style of play and their ability to score quickly and efficiently. The Bullets, on the other hand, were a more methodical team that relied on their defense and their ability to slow the game down.
As the game entered the fourth quarter, the score remained close, and neither team was able to pull away. Both teams knew that this game was crucial, and they were playing with everything they had. It was a nail-biter of a game that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final seconds.
In the end, the game came down to a crucial play in the final seconds. With just seconds left on the clock, the SuperSonics had the ball and a chance to win the game. They passed the ball to Gus Williams, who had been their go-to player throughout the game. Williams dribbled the ball up the court, made a move to get past his defender, and launched a shot that would seal the victory for the SuperSonics.
In the end, the Seattle SuperSonics were able to even the series with a thrilling 92-91 victory in Game 2. The game was filled with excitement and drama, and it showcased the talents of some of the best players in the league. Viewers who tune in to this episode will get a chance to relive this historic game and see for themselves why it has become such a classic moment in NBA history.