While it didn’t go the full seven games, the Western Conference semifinal series between the Lakers and Warriors managed to draw some jaw-dropping viewership numbers.
The matchup between Los Angeles and Golden State had plenty of appeal, with stars LeBron James and Stephen Curry battling it out for a conference finals berth. The series was broadcast on ESPN, TNT and ABC, and according to NBA Communications, it was the most-watched conference semifinals in nearly three decades.