The Golden State Warriors (4 - 2) defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers (2 - 4), 105 - 97, on Tuesday at the Quicken Loans Arena to capture their first NBA Title since the 1974 - 75 season. Knowing that they had just one game standing between themselves and history, the Warriors came out on Tuesday and showed why they were the league's best team this season. The Warriors took over in the second half, and although they never built a massive lead, they played so well on both ends of the floor that even a ten point lead seemed insurmountable for the Cavaliers. It was n't necessarily Golden State's "Splash Brothers" that made the biggest impact in the decisive Game 6, either. Andre Iguodala had his highest scoring total of the season with 25 points and also added five assists. He had averaged 10 points per game in the playoffs leading into Game 6. Iguodala's tremendous play on both ends of the floor earned him Finals MVP honors despite not making a single start in the regular season. Draymond Green, who had struggled early in the series, posted a triple - double with 16 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists. Cleveland would not go down with out a fight, however. The Cavaliers chipped away at a 13 - point deficit with just under two minutes left to cut the Warriors' lead to just four points with 33 seconds remaining. In the end, the Warriors would not be denied the championship they had fought so hard to capture. The Warriors' championship cements their place among the best single seasons that the league has seen as they proved that a jump shooting team could be about more than just finesse. Golden State's lock - down defense throughout the season was equal to its offensive fire power, which made this team one of the most unique and impressive champions in recent memory. For Cleveland, the season ends in disappointment, but it should be encouraged by the path that took the Cavaliers to Game 6 of the NBA Finals. A first - year NBA coach in David Blatt, a largely playoff - inexperienced roster, and a rash of injuries could have derailed a lesser team, but the Cavaliers battled until the bitter end. LeBron James' performance in the Finals nearly negated all of the injuries and bad luck that the Cavaliers endured during the postseason. James had 32 points and 18 rebounds over 47 minutes in Game 6. He had at least 30 points in five of the six games in this series and also posted two triple - doubles. James' Herculean efforts were n't enough to knock off the full - strength Warriors, however. Still, James and the Cavaliers should be commended for their tremendous playoff run. The Cavaliers will undoubtedly be back in contention next season with a battle tested and talented roster. Golden State reached the pinnacle of basketball on Tuesday after many difficult and disappointing seasons. The Warriors began to look like a championship caliber team last season by finishing 20 games above .500 for the first time since the 1991 - 92 season. The addition of Steve Kerr as the coach this season vaulted the Warriors from contender to powerhouse, winning 67 regular season games to secure the top seed in the Western Conference. The Warriors had the best record in the NBA this season, the MVP of the league in Stephen Curry, and one of the best all - around teams in years. Golden State's first title in 40 years will be one to remember, and its star - studded nucleus means that the Warriors will be formidable for years to come.
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