Iconic Last-Second NBA Playoff Buzzer-Beaters

In Game 4 of the 2019 Western Conference Finals, Klay Thompson scored a career-high 37 points in the fourth quarter alone, hitting five 3-pointers in a span of 8 minutes and 45 seconds. His shot with 12 seconds left sealed a 116-108 victory, keeping the Warriors' historic playoff run alive against their crosstown rivals.

In Game 6 of the 2013 NBA Finals, Ray Allen hit a game-tying three-pointer with 5.2 seconds remaining to force overtime. The play is widely considered one of the greatest in NBA history, as it prevented the San Antonio Spurs from clinching the championship and eventually led the Miami Heat to win the title in overtime.

In Game 6 of the 2006 Western Conference Semifinals, Dirk Nowitzki hit a dramatic, off-balance fadeaway jumper with 0.6 seconds left to win the game against the Phoenix Suns. This shot sent the Dallas Mavericks to the NBA Finals for the first time in franchise history, overcoming a series deficit to eliminate the defending champion Suns.

With the Cavaliers trailing by one and only seconds remaining in Game 6 of the 2016 Finals, Kyrie Irving drove and flipped the ball off the glass into the hoop to take an 82-81 lead. This clutch shot, combined with LeBron James' block on Andre Iguodala moments later, secured Cleveland's first-ever NBA championship.

In Game 4 of the 2018 Western Conference Second Round, James Harden hit a half-court buzzer-beater against the San Antonio Spurs with 0.0 seconds left on the clock. The shot capped a 103-102 victory for the Houston Rockets, showcasing his range and ability to perform under immense pressure during the playoffs.

Although not a single final-second shot, Reggie Miller's barrage of four three-pointers and two free throws in under nine seconds in Game 1 of the 1995 Eastern Conference Quarterfinals remains the most dramatic comeback in playoff history. He turned a 10-point deficit into a 107-105 victory, silencing the Madison Square Garden crowd.

While not a shot itself, the sequence ending with LeBron James' dunk off an Andre Iguodala block in the final seconds of Game 7 is crucial. It preserved the lead and energy before Kyrie Irving's shot won the game, making it one of the most dramatic finishes in NBA Finals history.

In Game 6 of the 1994 Western Conference Semifinals, Tim Hardaway hit a contested three-pointer off his signature crossover dribble with seconds remaining to win the game for the Miami Heat. The shot eliminated the Phoenix Suns and propelled the Heat to their first-ever NBA Finals appearance.

In Game 7 of the 2012 Western Conference Second Round, Chris Paul hit a floater as time expired to defeat the Los Angeles Lakers. The shot eliminated the defending champions and advanced the Oklahoma City Thunder to the Western Conference Finals, marking a pivotal moment in the 'Big Three' era battles.

In Game 5 of the 2014 Western Conference First Round, Tony Parker hit a tough jump shot with 3.2 seconds left to give the San Antonio Spurs a 100-98 victory. The win eliminated the Los Angeles Clippers from the playoffs and kept the Spurs' dynasty alive, adding to Parker's reputation as a clutch performer.

In Game 2 of the 2022 Eastern Conference Finals, Jrue Holiday hit a step-back three-pointer as time expired to defeat the Miami Heat. The shot gave the Philadelphia 76ers a 101-99 victory and prevented the Heat from taking a 2-0 series lead in a highly competitive matchup.

With 8.2 seconds left in Game 2 of the 2016 Western Conference First Round, Stephen Curry hit a half-court shot from his own free-throw line extended to take a 117-114 lead. The dramatic shot helped the Golden State Warriors overcome a strong Houston Rockets challenge in the opening round.

In Game 4 of the 2019 Eastern Conference Semifinals, Kevin Durant hit a crucial shot over Jaylen Brown with seconds remaining to keep the Toronto Raptors alive. Although the Raptors lost the series, this moment highlighted the intense back-and-forth nature of the Finals rematch and Durant's scoring ability.

In the second round of the 2009 playoffs, Manu Ginobili hit a dramatic turnaround jumper as time expired to defeat the Orlando Magic. The shot sent the San Antonio Spurs to the Western Conference Finals and showcased Ginobili's creativity and composure in high-pressure situations.

In the first round of the 2020 playoffs, Dejounte Murray hit a floater with 1.6 seconds left to defeat the Chicago Bulls. The shot secured a 103-101 victory for the Atlanta Hawks in the bubble, highlighting Murray's emergence as a primary scorer in clutch moments.

In Game 6 of the 2021 Eastern Conference Second Round, Jimmy Butler hit a step-back jumper with seconds remaining to defeat the Philadelphia 76ers. The victory sent the Miami Heat to the Eastern Conference Finals, continuing their narrative as the hardest-working team in the league.

In Game 6 of the 2014 Eastern Conference First Round, Bradley Beal hit a jumper with 0.1 seconds left to defeat the Indiana Pacers. The shot eliminated the Pacers and advanced the Washington Wizards to the second round, marking a significant moment in the team's recent playoff history.

In the first round of the 2020 playoffs, D'Angelo Russell hit a three-pointer as time expired to defeat the Chicago Bulls. The shot secured a 99-97 victory for the Los Angeles Lakers, helping them avoid elimination in their opening round matchup.

In Game 7 of the 2019 Eastern Conference First Round, Kyle Lowry hit a three-pointer with seconds remaining to defeat the Indiana Pacers. The shot won the game and the series for the Toronto Raptors, setting up their eventual NBA Championship run later that year.

In Game 4 of the 2023 Eastern Conference First Round, LaMelo Ball hit a crucial shot over Mikal Bridges in the final minutes. Although not a buzzer-beater, his performance in the final seconds helped secure the Charlotte Hornets' victory, adding to the drama of the series against the Brooklyn Nets.