The Golden State Warriors came back from a 2–1 series deficit to win the final three games and beat the Cleveland Cavaliers in six as the once-struggling franchise hoisted the Larry O'Brien trophy for the first time since 1975.
What changed the tide for Golden State? A number of things.
1. Andre Iguodala MVP
Andre Iguodala was named finals MVP despite not starting every game—the first finals MVP to do so. Although he was also well behind team leader Stephen Curry in the all-important scoring category (26.0 to 16.3), the voters got it right. His insertion into the starting lineup in Game 4 completely changed the series.
