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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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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 10

Dwight Howard wants deceased Wilt Chamberlain to induct him into Hall of Fame

Dwight Howard wanted Wilt Chamberlain to walk him out to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. If the latter was still alive, of course. Howard appeared as a special guest on an episode of The Dan Patrick Show on Thursday.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / April 10

Luka Doncic matches Wilt Chamberlain’s record after 45-point scoring outburst in Dallas Mavericks return

Luka Doncic reaches NBA record only Wilt Chamberlain has in the history of the league. When Luka Doncic started his NBA journey with the Dallas Mavericks, he was just a 19-year-old kid with a lot of potential.

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.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Athlon Sports / April 5

Giannis Antetokounmpo Does Something Not Done Since Wilt Chamberlain in 1968

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo may not receive the kind of national media attention that he used to receive, but he is still one of the best players in the NBA.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / April 5

What Kareem Abdul-Jabbar said straight after breaking Wilt Chamberlain’s scoring record defined his elite mentality

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is one of the greatest basketball players to ever play the game. In his 20-year NBA career, the center won everything including six championships and six league MVP trophies before retiring.

Golden State Warriors News / NBA Analysis Network / April 2

Despite playing 590 more games for Warriors, Steph Curry is not even close to breaking Wilt Chamberlain’s 50-point game record

As good as Stephen Curry is, Wilt Chamberlain’s Golden State Warriors scoring record will likely remain untouched. Just weeks after turning 37 years old, Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry reminded fans why he is still one of the best scorers in the NBA right now.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / March 26

LeBron Believes This Player Would Have Shattered Wilt’s 100-Point Record

When we talk about unbreakable records in the NBA, Wilt Chamberlain’s 100-point single game sits at the top, or top five at minimum. Among the many records Wilt has, that is one of the most amazing.

Golden State Warriors News / Athlon Sports / March 5

Stephen Curry's Argument For 'Best Player' Ever Draws Wilt Chamberlain Comparison

The Golden State Warriors continue to roll. They completed a second-half comeback to defeat the New York Knicks in Madison Square Garden 114-102. Point guard Stephen Curry had an average first half, shooting 3-for-9 for eight points. It was the second half when Curry truly exploded.

Boston Celtics News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 2

Celtics star Jayson Tatum joins LeBron James, Wilt Chamberlain company

The Boston Celtics aren’t exactly the league-crushing machine that they were a year ago, but they are still cruising through the regular season and are right on pace for a high seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 26

5 NBA Records that will never be broken

Records are meant to be broken, but some NBA achievements were so far ahead of their time they’ll never be matched. You could probably write an entire article based solely on Wilt Chamberlain’s stats.

NBA News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / January 13

We Done With Da 90s: Wilt Chamberlain Felt He Would Lead NBA In Scoring In Modern Era

NBA great Wilt Chamberlain was never short on confidence. He felt he could compete with anybody during his era. He even believed he could've dominated the modern era in the 1980s and `90s.

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 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.

New York Knicks News / Fadeaway World / May 1

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.

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.

Sacramento Kings News / Yardbarker / March 26, 2024

Kings center sets consecutive double-double record (sort of)

He put up an 11-point, 13-rebound performance in Sacramento's 108-96 win over the Philadelphia 76ers. It was the 54th game in a row that he achieved double-digit totals in two statistical categories

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Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / March 15, 2024

Watch: Mavs big man narrowly misses Wilt Chamberlain record

Daniel Gafford was a lucky bounce off the rim away from continuing his streak. Alas, it wasn't to be.

Mavericks center has block party while chasing Wilt's record

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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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