In 2001, Shaquille O’Neal and Allen Iverson both scored more than 40 points during Game 1 of the NBA Finals. This marked the second time in league history that players from opposing teams both recorded more than 40 points. Iverson of the Philadelphia 76ers score 48 points and the Lakers’ Shaquille O’Neal scored 44 points. The 76ers won 107-101 in overtime.
Today in Sports History: June 6
LOS ANGELES, CA - 2001: Allen Iverson #3 of the Philadelphia 76ers shoots the ball against Shaquille O'Neal #34 of the Los Angeles Lakers during a game in 2001 at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. 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 2001 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)