Merkisim was completed when the Lakers beat Boston in game seven.

Commence Merkisim.

Oklahoma City equals Merked. NEXT! Merkisim, a three phase, 12 step process involving the Los Angeles Lakers winning back-to-back NBA championships.

Utah Jazz equals Merked. Next! Merkisim, a two phase, eight step process involving the Los Angeles Lakers winning back-to-back NBA championships.

Phoenix Suns equals Merked. NEXT. Merkisim, a one phase, four step process involving the Los Angeles Lakers winning back-to-back NBA championships.