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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Joins Michael Jordan, Shaquille O'Neal, Wilt Chamberlain, And Others On Top-Tier NBA List

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is leading a historic season for the Thunder, filled with personal and team achievements that he never saw before. After winning both the potential MVP awards heading into the NBA Finals, Gilgeous-Alexander was the betting favorite to be the Finals MVP if the Thunder win the Finals.

NBA News / The SportsRush / June 7

'I Did That to You': Shaquille O’Neal Gets Reminded of Handing Out Welcome to the NBA Moment

Shaquille O’Neal was, without a doubt, the most physically imposing player since Wilt Chamberlain. At 7’1 “and 325 pounds, O’Neal is built more like an offensive lineman who was scaled vertically, as if he were built in Photoshop.

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The 'Most points off the bench in an NBA Finals game' quiz

An NBA player has come off of the bench to score 20 or more points in a Finals game on 41 occasions in league history. How many of the players to do it can you name in six minutes?

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NBA News / Fadeaway World / June 6

Shaquille O'Neal Debunks Wilt Chamberlain's Lies About Sleeping With 20,000 Women: 'He Didn't Have No Cell Phone'

In a book about the NBA legend Wilt Chamberlain's life, 'Wilt: Larger Than Life', it is claimed that he slept with 20,000 women in his life. Shaquille O'Neal, the Lakers legend, refuses to believe that the number is true. He went on his podcast with Brandon Jennings and co-host Adam Lefkoe and expressed his opinion about the NBA legend's claim.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / June 6

YouTube Gold: Ben Wallace Meets Shaquille O’ Neal For The First Time

When giants clash, it’s best to give them space to do it. In his prime, there weren’t many players who could deal with Shaquille O’ Neal. He was massive, cat-quick and one of the strongest players in NBA history, perhaps second only to to Wilt Chamberlain, whose strength awed everyone.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 23

Tyrese Haliburton wasn't first to celebrate early in playoffs

Tyrese Haliburton wasn't the first player to celebrate early in the playoffs

When Tyrese Haliburton hit a shot to send Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals to overtime, he thought it was a game-winner. He celebrated accordingly — and mistakenly.

Unsung hero: Don't sleep on Indiana's Myles Turner

Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton After Historic Comeback Win Over Knicks: ‘It Ain’t Over Till It’s Over’

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NBA News / The SportsRush / May 19

'Wilt Chamberlain Was Brutal To Me': Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Enlightened An Emotional Shaquille O’Neal On Sensitivity Towards Criticism

There’s a very thin line between criticism and hating, and most of today’s NBA media shows play jump rope with it. One man who stays on the criticism side of the line, however (or so he claims), is Shaquille O’Neal.

NBA News / The SportsRush / May 12

'Could’ve Scored More Than 100 Easily': Recalling Kobe Bryant’s Iconic 62-Point Game, Lakers Legend Claims Wilt Chamberlain’s Record Was Achievable

Kobe Bryant is most iconic for his remarkable 81-point performance against the Toronto Raptors in 2006. The high-octane scoring outburst remains the second-highest single-game scoring total in NBA history.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 9

History shows it's possible Cavs, Celtics can bounce back

History shows it's possible Cavaliers and Celtics can bounce back

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics are in trouble after losing their first two playoff games at home. It's tough to come back in that situation, but six teams have previously done it.

Knicks stun Celtics with comeback victory in Game 2

Former Celtics great makes regrettable promise about Game 2

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 8

Michael Jordan’s Former Bulls Teammate Claims LeBron James Isn’t Better Than Kobe Bryant, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Or Wilt Chamberlain

One of Michael Jordan‘s former Chicago Bulls teammates doesn’t think Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is better than Kobe Bryant, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar or Wilt Chamberlain. Stacey King, who won three championships with Jordan in the ’90s, strongly said that James is not the GOAT. “What you are doing in 20 years, MJ did in 13,” King said.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fastbreak on SI / April 28

Lakers Star LeBron James Moved Ahead Of Wilt Chamberlain On All-Time NBA List

On Sunday, the Los Angeles Lakers played the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Target Center. The Lakers lost Game 4 by a score of 116-113 to fall down 3-1 in the series.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / April 15

Antetokounmpo Ascends History, Surpassing Chamberlain and Robertson in Monumental Statistical Category

The Milwaukee Bucks finished their season as the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference. They are set to take on the Indiana Pacers in the first round of the playoffs this weekend.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / April 13

Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo Joins Wilt Chamberlain, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar In Historic Feat

Nine-time All-Star Milwaukee Bucks power forward Giannis Antetokounmpo Milwaukee has made elite NBA history. The 6-foot-11 big man appeared to put the finishing touches on what has been yet another superlative individual season, leading the Bucks to a 47-34 overall record.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / April 12

Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo Joins Wilt Chamberlain in Making Special NBA History

Nine-time All-Star Milwaukee Bucks power forward Giannis Antetokounmpo etched his name into the NBA history books on Thursday, while extending Milwaukee's win streak to six games in a 136-111 blowout of the New Orleans Pelicans.

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Denver Nuggets News / Athlon Sports / April 6

Nikola Jokic Makes NBA History During Nuggets-Pacers, Topping Wilt Chamberlain Once Again

The Denver Nuggets might have a growing concern regarding Jamal Murray's right knee. The star guard has now been ruled out of five straight games and his right knee inflammation remains a problem for the Nuggets.

NBA News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / December 9

Wilt Chamberlain Shoots Down Notion Of More Titles Meaning Better Player

Wilt Chamberlain always thought he was the best player in NBA history. A collection of his interviews suggests he felt he was more accomplished than players with more titles.

NBA News / Basketball Network / December 9

'They talk about the night I scored 100' - Wilt on fans forgetting about his other accomplishments

Wilt Chamberlain is a celebrated figure in the NBA, primarily remembered for scoring 100 points in a single game, an incredible feat that remains unbroken to this day.

NBA News / Basketball Network / December 5

'He will learn more from our old pros than they will from him' - Former NBA head coach wasn't sold on rookie Wilt Chamberlain

About a third of the way into his 1959-60 NBA rookie season, Wilt Chamberlain was already making headlines. In fact, the young big man's performance was so extraordinary that Sports Illustrated hailed it as one of the best ever seen from a rookie in any sport.

NBA News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / December 4

Legendary Wilt Chamberlain Was "In Awe" During First Meeting With This NBA Great

Wilt Chamberlain was rarely amazed at the presence of someone. He was, after all, a larger than life figure during his playing and post-NBA days as an actor.

NBA News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / October 25

Longtime NBA writer says Wilt Chamberlain Has Most "Consequential" Photo In History

A book was recently published that highlighted the top 100 photos in NBA history. The book, titled Basketball: The Impossible Collection, featured an essay by longtime NBA writer Howard Beck of The Ringer.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / July 8

John Stockton Says One Of Jordan, LeBron, And Bryant Is Not Even A Top 5 Player Of All Time

John Stockton recently appeared on The Huddle, where the age-old question of who is the greatest ever came up once again. Stockton was asked if Michael Jordan, LeBron James, or Kobe Bryant is the GOAT, and not only did he refuse to pick one of the three, but added one of them wouldn't even make his top five.

New York Knicks News / Fadeaway World / May 1, 2024

Knicks Legend Walt Frazier Says Wilt Chamberlain Is The GOAT Over Michael Jordan

Walt Frazier's bold assertion that Wilt Chamberlain is the greatest basketball player of all time over Michael Jordan has sparked intense debate among fans and players alike.

Indiana Pacers News / Hardwood Heroics / April 26, 2024

Indiana Pacers: Pascal Siakam Achieves Insane Wilt Chamberlain Feat That Hasn’t Been Done Since 1967

The Indiana Pacers made good of their word to be much better in Game 2, as they defeated the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday to even the series to one game apiece, giving them all the momentum when they head back home for Games 3 and 4.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / April 5, 2024

This Day In Lakers History: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Passes Wilt Chamberlain To Become All-Time Leading Scorer

There are many records in NBA history that have long been considered untouchable. For the longest time, one of those records was Los Angeles Lakers legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar scoring the most points in NBA history.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 16, 2024

This Day In Lakers History: Wilt Chamberlain Becomes First Player To Score 30,000 Career Points

When it comes to putting up numbers unlike anyone else in the history of basketball, no one did that more than former Los Angeles Lakers center Wilt Chamberlain.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / January 26, 2024

Mavericks star Luka Doncic pays homage to Wilt Chamberlain following 73-point game

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic dropped 73 points on the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night and then paid homage to Wilt Chamberlain's famous "100" photo.

Luka Doncic scores 73 points as Mavericks defeat Hawks

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