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Sep 4, 2024 · Wilt Chamberlain, “who suffered an injury on the calf muscle of his right leg in the first period,” scored 23 points, 25 rebounds and six assists (Tri City Herald, Apr. 12, 1968). Chamberlain pulled his calf muscle, and the injury “left him limping, but Trainer Al Domenico said it didn’t appear serious” ( Tri City Herald ...
1 day ago · Inducted in 2006. 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. Widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players of all ...
Sep 2, 2024 · Wilt Chamberlain - This is probably the only easy pick on this ballot for me. The 76ers were the best team throughout the season and never really let up. They had the best offense by a decent margin, while also having the 3rd best defense.
Sep 6, 2024 · Wilt was fantastic in the first round dominating the Knicks but had a rough two games as his very injured Sixers lost in 7 games to the Celtics. It was a disappointing loss but IMO not quite enough to move him down. 24.3/23.8/8.6 on 55.7 %TS (+5.9 rTS) in the RS and 23.7/24.7/6.5 on 51.1 %TS (+1.3 rTS) in the PS. 2.
Sep 22, 2024 · The propensity of beating the 7'1" center wasn't limited on the court but even off it, and once the five-time MVP even fired a playful jab, bragging about his superiority in a cross-country race. Bill claimed he and Wilt were competitors not 'rivals'.
Sep 20, 2024 · Wilt Chamberlain ’s legendary 100-point performance against the New York Knicks on March 2, 1962, is well known to basketball fans worldwide. In that season, the 7’1” center was already a dominant force, averaging a career-high 50.4 points per game, leading the league in scoring, rebounding, minutes played, and games played in the regular season.
Sep 15, 2024 · When it comes to Wilt Chamberlain's best teammates, Jerry West and Elgin Baylor have to be at the top. The trio joined forces to appear together in three NBA finals and won a championship for the Los Angeles Lakers. Other Wilt Chamberlain teammates like Gail Goodrich, Chet Walker, and Hal Greer were instrumental in title runs ...
