Wilt Chamberlain's 100-Point Game

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Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game is one of the most iconic achievements in basketball history. On March 2, 1962, Chamberlain scored 100 points for the Philadelphia Warriors in a 169-147 win over the New York Knicks at Hershey Sports Arena in Pennsylvania. This performance not only set the NBA single-game scoring record but also established five other league records, including most free throws made. Chamberlain's incredible accuracy, shooting 36 of 63 from the field and 28 of 32 from the free throw line, was a rare display of dominance, especially given his career struggles with free throws. The game's significance extends beyond Chamberlain's individual feat. It marked a pivotal moment in professional basketball, drawing attention to the sport during a period when it was not as prominent as college basketball. The game was not televised, but audio recordings of the fourth quarter are preserved. Despite the lack of video footage, the event remains deeply ingrained in basketball lore, with Chamberlain's record standing unchallenged for over six decades. His performance was a testament to his athleticism and the strategic play of his teammates, who intentionally focused on feeding him the ball to achieve this historic milestone.