Uncover the Untold Stories Behind Every NBA Franchise’s Greatest Era—Who Truly Dominated?
Indiana Pacers: 1997-98 (7.29)
The 1990s Pacers were always in the mix, but it was the 1997-98 team that was the best of the bunch. That club won a then-record 58 games and came as close as anyone to knocking off Michael Jordanâs Bulls during their dynasty. Reggie Millerâs game-winner forced a Game 7 in the East finals â only the third time Jordan had been forced to play a Game 7. Two years later, with Jordan gone, Indiana posted a 5.76 TRACR and lost to the Lakers in the 2000 NBA Finals. Then, with Miller still playing a key role alongside Jermaine OâNeal and Ron Artest, the Pacers won a franchise-record 61 games in 2003-04 (6.10) but lost to the Pistons in the East finals.
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