Teams: Los Angeles Lakers, Philadelphia 76ers, and Philadelphia/San Francisco Warriors
Known by most as “Wilt the Stilt,” Wilt Chamberlain was an NBA player of legendary stature. The feats of Chamberlain, the only player to ever score 100 points in a single game, two-time NBA champion, four-time MVP, and Rookie of the Year, are legendary.
A statistical marvel who controlled every facet of the game, Chamberlain was well-known for his ability to score, rebound, and display athleticism.
The impact Chamberlain had on the NBA is enormous. One of the most recognizable feats in sports history is his 100-point performance, and his numerous MVP honors attest to his ongoing brilliance.
His individual genius is unmatched, despite criticism that he did not win as many championships as some of his contemporaries.
Wilt Chamberlain’s Career Overview and Data
Minutes
45.8
Points
30.1
Helps
4.4
Comebacks
22.9
Field objective percentage
54.0
Hall of Fame, two NBA titles, four MVP awards, MVP of the 1972 Finals, 1960 Rookie of the Year, and more are among the career honors All-NBA ten times, NBA 75th Anniversary Team, seven-time scoring champions
