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One year removed from heartbreak on that very same Forum floor, the Pistons proved themselves worthy champions after completing an emphatic sweep against the Lakers.

The Lakers lost Magic Johnson to injury in the third quarter yet gallantly fought on. But again it was the Pistons highpowered backcourt of Dumars (33 points), Thomas (21), and Vinnie Johnson (18) ...

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