Is Wilt the goat?

Wilt Chamberlain deserves more respect in the NBA GOAT talk

If it's based on statistics alone, Chamberlain wins the GOAT debate, and it's not even close. If it's based on winning championships, then his nemesis, Bill Russell, is the clear-cut winner with his 11 as a player.

Who does LeBron say is the goat?

LeBron James Believes He's the Greatest Basketball Player to Ever Live. Before Sunday's All-Star Game, LeBron James sat down with TNT's Kenny Smith, and he was asked what makes the greatest player in NBA history. During his explanation, James again reiterated that he believes he's the best to ever play the game.

Who is better Wilt or Jordan?

Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player who has ever lived—even better than Wilt Chamberlain. Jordan tied Chamberlain's career record of ten scoring titles, including a record-tying seven in a row.

Who is the true goat in NBA?

Who is the GOAT in the NBA? The most common (and correct) answer to this question is former Chicago Bulls guard Michael Jordan. 'Air Jordan' won no fewer than six NBA championships during his time with the Chicago Bulls, claiming the Finals MVP award on all six occasions.

Who does Kareem Abdul-Jabbar think is the goat?

NBA greats backing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

"When I look at Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's six championships, six or seven MVPs, scored the most points than anybody in the NBA, lost one game in college, lost one game in high school, and didn't lose in grade school. To me, that's the GOAT."

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Who is stronger Wilt or Shaq?

Wilt was definitely stronger than Shaq (although Shaq is a LOT heavier because he has a lot more fat than Wilt did). Shaq's excess fat has a negative affect on his stamina. Wilt averaged 46 minutes per game over the course of his career, and in 1962, Wilt only sat out EIGHT MINUTES of the ENTIRE SEASON.

Who is better Wilt Chamberlain or Kareem Abdul Jabbar?

Chamberlain's teams won 14 of the 27 games, while Jabbar's teams won 13. Wilt had 122 50-point games, Jabbar had 10. One of those was against Wilt, but the Lakers blew the Bucks out of that game, 123-107. In their first 11 meetings, Chamberlain was still able to (i.e. inclined to) score with Jabbar.

Did Wilt Chamberlain get a quintuple double?

Back in 1968, Wilt Chamberlain put up a once-in-a-lifetime type performance as he recorded the only quintuple-double in NBA history.

Is Wilt Chamberlain the greatest athlete ever?

There is no doubt that Wilt was one of the greatest players ever to play the game of basketball. He was the only player the rules of the game were changed for. His dominance of his sport was overwhelming.

What does Wilt Chamberlain Think of Michael Jordan?

Wilt Chamberlain admitted that he was indeed in awe of Bulls legend, Michael Jordan, when he first met him in 1997. Whether it was during his playing days or post-NBA career, Michael Jordan never liked to admit that he believed he was the greatest player of all time.

Why is corner 3 Easy?

That's why despite it being the easiest of the 3-pointers based on distance, players have to shoot from the corner quicker than they would from behind the arc, which is 23 feet, 9 inches from the center of the rim. Hornacek said he's always amazed at how many players are unprepared to take the corner 3.

Who is the greatest basketball player ever?

Michael Jordan

Michael Jordan is widely known as the game's greatest player—and for good reason. "MJ" accomplished everything possible in the game, piling up on the stats and awards. On the game's biggest stage—the NBA Finals—Jordan went a perfect 6-for-6, also sweeping Finals MVP in his appearances.

Is LeBron the greatest player ever?

1 on the NBA's all-time scoring list when his career is over. He's currently in third place behind Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Karl Malone. Statistically, LeBron is the best all-around player in NBA history since he's the only player in the top-100 of all the major categories.

Who blocked Kareem's skyhook?

He's wrong that nobody blocked the skyhook — here's a clip of Wilt Chamberlain swatting the skyhook twice in one play, and here's one of Ralph Sampson doing the deed — but he certainly captured the feeling any opponents had at the time.

Who was Kareem biggest rival?

10: Kareem Abdul Jabbar vs Elvin Hayes.

Who can bench the most in the NBA?

The development of Dwight Howard

From the earliest days of his career, Howard was known for his strength. He used to bench press as much as 365 pounds.

Who is better Wilt Chamberlain or Bill Russell?

Wilt was the better player in the regular season, whereas Russell flourished in the playoffs. Wilt was non-existent in clutch or key situations, whereas Russell thrived in the intense situations. Wilt averaged 50 points a game in the 1961-62 season, that same season Russell was named the league's Most Valuable Player.

Who said Jordan is the goat?

Damian Lillard correct in naming Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan as the GOAT. To you in your personal opinion who's the greatest basketball player of all time. twitter.com/Dame_Lillard/s…

What does Kareem Abdul-Jabbar think of Michael Jordan?

Their names aren't there because people admire Michael's athletic ability, and for me, they just see someone who's tall. I couldn't do what Michael did, and Michael couldn't do what I did.”

How many MVP's does Kareem Abdul-Jabbar have?

His list of personal and team accomplishments is perhaps the most awesome in league history: Rookie of the Year, member of six NBA championship teams, six-time NBA MVP, two-time NBA Finals MVP, 19-time All-Star, two-time scoring champion, and a member of the NBA 35th and 50th Anniversary All-Time Teams.