Chicago Bulls victorious in 6th NBA Championship, Michael Jordan excels as series MVP

On June 14, 1958, Tommy Bolt won the U.S. Open by beating Gary Player. In 1987, the Los Angeles Lakers secured their 10th NBA championship by defeating the Boston Celtics. Vinnie Johnson's performance in 1990 led the Detroit Pistons to an NBA title victory over Portland. Leroy Burrell set a world record in the men's 100-meter dash in 1991. The New York Rangers clinched their first Stanley Cup in 54 years in 1994. Michael Jordan's iconic performance in 1998 helped the Chicago Bulls win their sixth NBA title. Asafa Powell broke the world record in the 100 meters in 2005. The Los Angeles Lakers won their 15th championship in 2009, with coach Phil Jackson earning his 10th championship. Inbee Park won the KPMG Women's PGA Championship in 2015. Max Schmeling won the heavyweight title in 1930. Citation secured the Triple Crown in 1948. Ben Hogan set a record in the U.S. Open in 1948. The Boston Celtics won the NBA championship in 1984. The Chicago Bulls won their first NBA championship in 1991. The Los Angeles Lakers clinched their third straight title in 2002. The Boston Celtics overcame a deficit to win the NBA finals in 2008. The Pittsburgh Penguins won the Stanley Cup in 2009. The Dallas Mavericks won their first NBA title in 2011. The Chicago Blackhawks won a thrilling Game 1 of the Stanley Cup finals in 2013. The St. Louis Blues secured their first Stanley Cup title in 2019.