Today In Black History: March 2nd, 1962. Wilt Chamberlain scores 100 points.

Wilt Chamberlain’s legendary 100-point game, a remarkable feat in NBA history, occurred on March 2, 1962—a date that holds significant importance as it marks 63 years since this extraordinary event. On that fateful day, Chamberlain, a formidable player for the Philadelphia Warriors, took on the New York Knicks at Hershey Sports Arena in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The Warriors emerged victorious with a score of 169-147, but the true significance of the game lies in Chamberlain’s individual accomplishment.