The Washington Bullets(now known as the Wizards), won the series in 7 games over the Seattle Supersonics(Now known as the Oklahoma City Thunder). Hall of Famer Wes Unseld won MVP of the series.

The Sonics had started the year off 5-17 before firing their coach, Bob Hopkins. Bringing in Lenny Wilkins, who led them to rally and finish 47-35 on the year. They took this momentum into the playoffs and represented the Western Conference in the finals.

The Bullets entered the postseason as the only team that had made the playoffs 10 years in a row and had the experience advantage. They cruised past the Hawks in the first round and then went on to beat the 76ers and Spurs in 6 games each.

After 5 tight games against the SuperSonics, the Bullets turned the momentum in their direction with a 35 point win in game 6. This momentum carried into game 7 and resulted in the Bullets winning the game and the series.