A Look Back: All Of LeBron James' Playoff Triple-Doubles

A Look Back: All of LeBron James’ Playoff Triple-Doubles

Jun 19, 2016; Oakland, CA, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) handles the ball against Golden State Warriors guard Shaun Livingston (34) during the third quarter in game seven of the NBA Finals at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports /

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8. June 21, 2012 vs. Oklahoma City Thunder

A year later, LeBron recorded a triple-double again in a Game 5 of the Finals, this time against Oklahoma City. He became just the fifth player after Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, James Worthy and Tim Duncan to record a triple-double in the last game of the NBA Finals.

His 26 points, 11 rebounds and 13 assists led Miami to a victory and earned him his first ever NBA championship. After winning, LeBron said:

"“I’m happy now that eight years later, nine years later since I’ve been drafted, I can finally say that I’m a champion, and I did it the right way. I didn’t shortcut anything. You know, I put a lot of hard work and dedication in it, and hard work pays off. It’s a great moment for myself.”"

Final score: 121-96 Heat

Series: Miami wins series 4-1

Next: May 22, 2013 vs. Indiana