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Wilt Chamberlain's Records Inspire Today's NBA Stars
Family and friends of the Hall of Famer root for players to challenge his unbreakable marks.
Mar. 12, 2026 at 10:54pm
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The family of NBA legend Wilt Chamberlain are excited to see today's stars like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Bam Adebayo attempt to break some of Chamberlain's long-standing records. Chamberlain's nephew Olin and other relatives say they are proud to see his legacy live on as players chase his scoring feats, including the iconic 100-point game. While some records may never be topped, the Chamberlain family is happy to see the game evolve and new stars emerge.
Why it matters
Wilt Chamberlain is considered one of the greatest players in NBA history, but many of his records have stood for decades. As modern stars like Gilgeous-Alexander and Adebayo come close to breaking those marks, it shines a new light on Chamberlain's unparalleled dominance and legacy in the sport.
The details
Chamberlain holds numerous NBA records that still seem unbreakable, including most points in a game (100), most points per game in a season (50.4), and most 50-point games in a season (45). This week, Bam Adebayo scored 83 points for the Miami Heat, putting Chamberlain's 100-point game back in the spotlight. Meanwhile, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder is chasing Chamberlain's record of 126 consecutive 20-point games.
- Chamberlain set the NBA record of 126 consecutive 20-point games from 1961 to 1963.
- Chamberlain scored 100 points in a single game on March 2, 1962.
- Bam Adebayo scored 83 points for the Miami Heat on March 12, 2026.
The players
Wilt Chamberlain
A Hall of Fame NBA player who dominated the league in the 1960s, holding numerous unbreakable records including scoring 100 points in a single game.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
The current NBA MVP who is attempting to break Chamberlain's record of 126 consecutive 20-point games.
Bam Adebayo
The Miami Heat player who recently scored 83 points in a single game, the second-highest individual scoring performance in NBA history behind Chamberlain's 100-point game.
What they’re saying
“He has so many that one won't affect it. He left such a legacy.”
— Olin Chamberlain, Wilt Chamberlain's nephew (wbal.com)
“Wilt, me, then Kobe, which sounds crazy.”
— Bam Adebayo (wbal.com)
“When people begin to speak about Wilt, they just can't believe all that he accomplished. He never gets his just due. It's almost like he just scored 100 points. Well, 100 points is not the greatest thing that he did. He had a season where he averaged 50.”
— Sonny Hill, 76ers' executive advisor to the CEO (wbal.com)
What’s next
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will attempt to break Wilt Chamberlain's record of 126 consecutive 20-point games on Thursday night against the Boston Celtics.
The takeaway
Wilt Chamberlain's unparalleled records and achievements in the NBA continue to inspire and challenge today's stars, keeping his legacy alive and cementing his status as one of the greatest players in basketball history.
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