The 1998 NBA Finals game between the Chicago Bulls and the Utah Jazz. The victorious Bulls crushed the Jazz 96-54 in Game 3 and took the 2-1 series advantage. Chicago’s win was the largest margin in Finals history. The Jazz set records for the lowest score during a Finals game, the fewest field goals in a game (21) and fewest points in a half (23). The series concluded with Michael Jordan’s memorable shot over Byron Russell in Game 6 and a championship for the Chicago Bulls.
Today in Sports History: June 7
CHICAGO - JUNE 7: Michael Jordan #23 of the Chicago Bulls matches up against Karl Malone #32 of the Utah Jazz in Game Three of the 1998 NBA Finals at the United Center on June 5, 1998 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bulls won 96-54. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges 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 1998 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)