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Today in Sports History: June 4

ORLANDO - MAY 31: Shaquille O'Neal #32 of the Orlando Magic boxes out against Rick Smits #45 of the Indiana Pacers in Game Five of the Eastern Conference Finals during the 1995 NBA Playoffs on May 31, 1995 at Orlando Arena in Orlando, Florida. The Orlando Magic defeated the Indiana Pacers 108-106. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1995 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

After only 6 years in the NBA, the Orlando Magic franchise made it to the NBA Finals after a 105-81 win over visiting Indiana in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference finals. The win was thanks to Shaquille O’Neal scoring 25 points and Dennis Scott who set a record for more 3-pointers attempted (65) and the most completed (28).

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