Wilt Chamberlain vs Bill Russell
Wilt Chamberlain vs Bill Russell: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Wilt Chamberlain and Bill Russell?
Chamberlain's rivalry with Russell was one of the most intense and iconic in NBA history. The two players faced off in several championship series, with Chamberlain ultimately emerging victorious in 1967.
Wilt Chamberlain
Key numbers
- Points per game30.1
- Rebounds per game22.9
- Blocks per game2.4
- Field goal percentage.511
- Free throw percentage.51
Top honours
- NBA Champion1967, 1972
- NBA MVP1960, 1966, 1967, 1968
- NBA Finals MVP1967
- NBA All-Star Game MVP1960
- NBA All-Star Game selection13 times
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Bill Russell
Bill Russell is a leading contemporary in the sport — head-to-head meetings with this athlete are among the most closely followed in the era.