This year's NBA Finals is over, and gave fans some of the most unbelievable performances in the history of the league. LeBron James was again the tragic hero, elevating his game above and beyond its already freakish levels, yet ultimately falling on his sword. Steph Curry, this year's MVP, was on fire throughout the postseason, casually tossing in three-pointers with absolute ease. Nobody is truly surprised that these men came to dominate the Finals; before the series began, they'd have been touted as key members of either squad, capable of transforming the fortunes of their respective franchises. But who would have foreseen a player such as Matthew Dellavedova playing such an important role? The gutsy Australian point guard is the latest in a tradition of unlikely Finals heroes, benchwarmers and also-rans who suddenly step up their game at the most important moments. Without 'Delly', the Cavaliers may well have lost the series in five (or even four) games - but how does his contribution stack up alongside the efforts of previous unexpected heroes. Here are the ten unlikeliest Finals heroes in NBA history, players unafraid to shed the 'backup' tag and come up big for their teams in the most crucial, high-pressure moments.
