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Wilton Norman Chamberlain ( / ˈtʃeɪmbərlɪn / CHAYM-bər-lin; August 21, 1936 – October 12, 1999) was an American professional basketball player. Standing 7 ft 1 in (2.16 m) tall, he played center in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for 14 seasons.
Find comprehensive stats, bio, awards and achievements of Wilt Chamberlain, one of the greatest centers in NBA history. See his career highlights, records, and Hall of Fame induction.
- August 21, 1936
- Wilt Chamberlain was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- Wilt Chamberlain was born on August 21, 1936.
- Wilt Chamberlain was 7-1 (216 cm) tall.
- Wilt Chamberlain weighed 275 lbs (124 kg) when playing.
- Wilt Chamberlain was inducted to the Hall of Fame as a Player in 1979 (Full List) .
- Wilt Chamberlain was drafted by Philadelphia Warriors, 1st round (3rd pick, 3rd overall), 1959 NBA Draft (territorial selection).
- Wilt Chamberlain last played in 1973.
- Wilt Chamberlain averaged 30.1 points, 22.9 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game.
- Wilt Chamberlain won 2 championships.
Apr 2, 2014 · Learn about Wilt Chamberlain, the NBA legend who scored 100 points in a game and 30,000 points in his career. Find out his early life, achievements, retirement and death.
Sep 13, 2021 · Learn about the life and career of Wilt Chamberlain, the most dominant and unstoppable player in NBA history. See his records, awards, achievements and stories from his 14 seasons in the league.
Oct 12, 1999 · A report on the death of Wilt Chamberlain, one of the greatest basketball players of all time, in 1999. It includes his career highlights, records, achievements, and personal life.
3 days ago · Wilt Chamberlain was a professional basketball player, considered to be one of the greatest offensive players in the history of the game. More than 7 feet (2.1 metres) tall, Chamberlain was an outstanding centre. During his 1961–62 season he became the first player to score more than 4,000 points.
Mar 2, 2022 · Archive 75: Wilt Chamberlain. Known as the 'Big Dipper', Wilt Chamberlain changed the game at every level with his strength, athleticism and skill.
