The Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers are in a constant battle for the most championships in NBA history. In 2024, the Celtics won their 18th NBA title, breaking a tie with the Lakers. While Boston and Los Angeles duke it out at the top, 10 active franchises are still striving for their first titles.

In 2023, the Denver Nuggets became the latest team to join the list of all-time NBA champions, defeating the Miami Heat in the Finals and winning the franchise's first title. In the 2025 NBA Finals , the Indiana Pacers will take on the Oklahoma City Thunder with the goal of scoring their first championship.

Here's a look at the 10 NBA teams that remain in search of their first championship, along with their number of Finals appearances.

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