Bulls defeat Jazz in 1997 NBA Finals Game 6 with Kerr's last-second shot
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In a tense Game 6 on June 13, 1997, the Chicago Bulls edged past the Utah Jazz 90-88 to secure the NBA Championship. The Bulls and Jazz split the first four games of the series, setting the stage for a dramatic finale in Chicago. With the score tied in the final seconds, Michael Jordan passed to Steve Kerr, who hit the decisive shot, sealing the victory for Chicago. This loss marked a heartbreaking moment for Jazz fans, as team legends Karl Malone and John Stockton fell short of capturing their first championship.
- •Game 6 took place on June 13, 1997, in Chicago.
- •The Bulls won the matchup 90-88, clinching the championship.
- •Jordan's key assist to Kerr provided a last-minute victory.
- •The series featured a split of the first four games.
- •This loss extended the Jazz's quest for their first NBA title.
- 2:32 PMYahoo Sports — Deseret News archives: Bulls broke Jazz fans’ hearts in NBA Finals
"Michael Jordan led Chicago to the 1997 title, but Steve Kerr’s Game 6 shot was the final dagger.
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