Which team overcame a 3-1 deficit in the NBA Finals to win the championship in 2016?
Cleveland Cavaliers
The Cleveland Cavaliers made history in 2016 by becoming the first team to come back from a 3-1 deficit in the NBA Finals to win the championship. Led by LeBron James, the Cavaliers defeated the Golden State Warriors, who had set a regular-season record of 73 wins. This final series is remembered for its dramatic moments and exceptional performances, including James's decisive block in the final moments of Game 7. The 2016 title was not only the Cavaliers' first championship in history but also a moment of immense pride for the city of Cleveland, ending a long wait for a major title in professional sports.