Giants of the Game: The Greatest Big Men in NBA History
Welcome back to the "Greatest Ever" series as we continue with the ranks of the greatest big men in the history of the NBA!
The game of basketball has always been a sport of these walking giants whose abilities to dominate on the court can single handily turn your franchise into a championship contender.The league's very first superstar was a center.His name was George Mikan, the old man on the right.
He simply proved the theory that the NBA has been and may still is a game of these giants who with time, just got better.They are generally a bunch of strong guys who can score inside the paint, grab a ton of rebounds, block shots and anchor the defense
The expectations are always off the reality, but when you're great, nothing less than a success is expected, so it kinda gets hard on them. Although they have some similarities, they are different from each other and have their own kind of domination
It's best to build based on these players who are the biggest reasons for the championship runs since the beginning of the league. The Celtics had Bill Russell,Dave Cowens and Robert Parish.Then their rivals, LA, had Kareem, Shaq, Mikan and so on.
They possess different styles. There are big men who rely on their strength and athleticism, but there are some who use their skills and finesse to establish as a strong presence on the court. Most of the members of the list are part of the Greatest Of All Time debate.
There's a young group of so-so promising centers these days led by Howard that are ready to do what these players did years ago. I cannot wait to see that.
In the end, these legends are judged based on their abilities, how they contributed for their team's overall success, wins,resume, championships,legacy,impact etc. Even the little things matter. Here are the finest big men to ever play in the NBA History!
George Mikan
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Basketball's first dominant center and superstar, the 6'10" George Mikan was one of the greatest players to ever play in the NBA of all time
He had instant impact regardless where he played (BAA,NBA) and was the marquee player of his era. His contributions to the game are beyond great, and he was such a revolutionary giant that was so dominant that it forced the leagues to set new rules in order to stop him. Now that's incredible
That's why he's by far one of the most dominant players to step on a hardwood.He was a smooth scorer who was a prolific rebounder and shot blocker that was so incredible in the interior on both ends, it caused the gold tending rule to be introduced
He led everyone three times in scoring and twice in rebounding and was a machine that overpowered dozens of opponents, as they were clueless on how to stop his effective sky hooks with either hand.
Mikan was a terrific winner and champion regardless of where he was, as he led the Minneapolis Lakers to five straight championships, averaging league highest 28.4 points at that time and earned the award from the Associated Press for being the best basketball player in the first half of the 20th Century.
What an achievement. On top of that,he was very clutch player who often raised his averages. For example, he had 28.5 points in the rookie year and 31.5 at some point of his career during the Finals. Amazing!
Here is his career resume
-Five-time NBA Champion
-Elected to the Hall of Fame
-Five-time All-NBA First Team
-All Star Game MVP
-Retired as the NBA's All Time leader in points, rebounds and free throws at that time
-Four-time All Star
-One of the 50 greatest players in the NBA History
-Voted by Associated Press as the best player in basketball's history for the first half of the 20th century
Career Stats
-23.1 points (averaged 28.3 in the BAA),13.4 rebounds,2.8 assists
-10.156 points,4.167 boards,1.245 assists
-Ranks No.2 in playoff player efficiency!
Hakeem Olajuwon
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A force in the middle on both ends of the court, Hakeem Olajuwon is another strong candidate for the honor of the greatest big man of all time
He was a phenomenal player who had a very raw combination of athleticism, speed and strength which was a big factor in his dominance.He also had variety of post moves inside to go with numerous fakes, which all became known as the "Dream Shake"
He had a nice jump shot from 18 feet as well and was one of the best defenders in the history of the league, and a case can be made for being on top as well. He not only could put his man on low percent from field, but block shots, get steals and clear the glass
During his peak, he played with some good competition, which included David Robinson, Patrick Ewing and Shaquille O'Neal and beat them all. He's the top off-ball and help defender the game has ever seen and could block nearly four shots a game with at least two steals.
He was a dominant presence on the court which is undeniable,but his strength remains the work he did on defense which is absolutely terrific.He led everyone twice in rebounding,three times in blocks and from a little bit in 4 categories in total for a season
He always raised his game in the playoffs and the most impressive fact of his career that for a big man he was ranked at No.9 overall,that's so impressive and he was one of the few players ever to average at least 25 points and 11 rebounds in the playoffs history.
In recent history, he gained the status of one of the biggest winners as well
Career resume:
-Two-time NBA Champion
-Two-time Finals MVP
-Two-time Defensive Player Of The Year
-Nine-time All NBA Defensive Teams (5x All-First selections)
-Nine-time All NBA Teams (6x All-First)
-12-time All-Star
-1994 All-Star MVP
-NBA All-Rookie First Team
Career Facts
-One of the 50 greatest players in the NBA History
-Third player ever to record a quadruple double
-All Time leader in blocked shots
-Ranks No.9 in total steals
-Playoffs all time leader in total blocks
-Playoffs all time leader in blocks per game
-Ranks at No.3 in most career blocks per game
-Ranks at No.5 in career defensive win share
-Ranks at No.11 in playoff defensive win share
-Ranks at No.22 in career defensive rebound percent
-Ranks at No.27 in playoff defensive rebound percent
-Ranks at No.11 in career total rebounds
-Ranks at No.25 in career rebound average
-Ranks at No.10 in career total points
-Ranks at No.11 in playoffs total points
-Ranks at No.10 in playoff points per game
-Two rebound titles (Two-time leader in total, who averaged ridiculous 16.8 boards in the playoffs)
-Three block titles (Twice total, averaged insane 4.6 blocks per game)
-Five-time leader in defensive rating
Career stats
26,946 points (21.8)----------------------------------3755 points (25.9)
13,748 rebounds (11.1)----------------------------------1621 rebounds (11.9)
3,830 blocks (3.1)----------------------------------472 blocks (3.3)
Moses Malone
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One of the first great high school players that made a direct jump into the pros, Moses Malone was one of the greatest big men of all time.
Not as tall as the other centers, he used fantastic quickness,strength and tenacity to establish himself as a presence on the court. He put phenomenal work on the boards and had a sense for the offensive rebounds with dozen of good post moves and trips to the line.
In other words, he was one of the most dominate players the game has ever seen who during his peak,won three Most Valuable Player awards while leading the Philadelphia 76ers to the Finals where they'd sweep the Lakers, and he earned the Finals MVP as well
He posted some of the most insane numbers in the NBA History. He once averaged 31.4 points with 14.7 rebounds during a season, basically destroying Kareem with 25.8 points and 18 boards during the 1983 Finals.
He was called "Mr Chairman of the boards" and controlled the glass with ease. During his career, he led everyone six times in rebounding, including nine times in offensive rebounds and setting the record for a single season as well
Moses Malone, combined with his NBA/ABA career, recorded amazing numbers and left a strong legacy behind him during his 21-year career. His entrance in the pros coming from high school was historical and opened the gates to follow him.
Career Resume
-NBA Champion
-Three-time MVP
- Finals MVP
-Selected as one of the 50 greatest players in the league's history
-Elected in the Hall Of Fame
-Eight All-NBA Teams (Four-time All-First)
-Two All-Defensive Teams (One All-First)
-13-time All-Star (counting the one from the ABA)
-All-ABA Rookie Team
-All Time ABA team
Career Facts:
-NBA All Time leader in offensive rebounds
-Six rebound titles (fourth of all time in that category)
-Nine-time leader in offensive boards (record)
-Holds record for most offensive rebounds during a single season
-The only player ever to record at least 20/10 for four teams
-Recorded 30/30 in a game during 1982-83
-Last man to grab 37 boards
-He holds the NBA record for most offensive rebounds (21) grabbed during a single game
-Ranks at No.2 in career most free throws attempted
-Ranks at No.2 in career made free throws made
-Ranks at No.3 for most career total rebounds (counting his total from the NBA/ABA)
-Ranks at No.3 in career offensive rebound percent
-Ranks at No.3 in playoff offensive rebound percent
-Ranks at No.4 in career rebound percent
-Ranks at No.4 in playoff rebound percent
-Ranks at No.5 in offensive rebounds in the playoffs history
-Ranks at No.6 in total points (NBA/ABA combined)
-Ranks at No.23 in total boards during the playoffs history
-Ranks at No.3 in career defensive rebounds
-Ranks at No.10 in career offensive win share
-Ranks at No.22 in playoffs total defensive rebounds
Career Stats
29,850 points (20.3)-------------------------------------2,213 points (22.0)
17,834 rebounds (12.3)------------------------------------1,400 rebounds (14.0)
1,889 blocked shots (1.3)-------------------------------160 blocked shots (1.6)
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Tim Duncan
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One of the two active players on this list, Tim Duncan stands tall in the debate of the best big men in the NBA History
He's the most consistent and fundamentally sound player the game has ever seen. He maximized his talent by understanding the fundamentals, his high basketball IQ, will to win and natural leadership to be phenomenal out there.
Duncan is one of the most intelligent players of all time who often knows when, where and how to get in a good position because he has never been the explosive athlete. He's got amazing instincts and sense as well.
Timmy has dominated the paint on both ends like few had,especially on the defense. His abilities earned him the reputation of being one of the finest interior and overall defenders of any time.
He's only second to Russell in the style of denying shots and is one of the five greatest shot blockers of any time, due to his perfect timing, not fouling the shooter and tipping the ball to his team mates.Tim is a good passer, an ability recognized by two Hall Of Famers such as Kareem and Russell.
His playing style is often viewed as boring by the younger hoops fans ,but very efficient by the older fans who recognize the greatness, and it goes beyond the stats. Even when he's not getting superior stats, he is still producing in dozens of ways
Duncan is one of the biggest winners to ever step on a basketball court. Period. It's impressive how he is capable of getting high numbers while leading the team to championships and relying on his simple but so effective style
He's in generally regarded as the top power forward of all time, although many disagree with that for a lot of reasons.He's been amazing and still is!
Career Resume
-Four-time NBA Champion
-Three-time Finals MVP
-Two-time MVP
-Rookie Of The Year
-All-Star Game Co-MVP (with Shaq)
-13 All NBA Selections (Nine-time All-First)
-13 All NBA Defensive Teams (Eight-time All-First)
-12-time All-Star
Career Facts:
-Is the only player ever that have been selected to the All-NBA and All-NBA Defensive Teams since his rookie year
-Is one of the few players in the league's history to earn at least four championships and three Finals MVPs
-Leader in most All-NBA Defensive Selections
-Has a career record of 707-293 in 1000 games so far
-One of four players in the league's history to get selected in the All-NBA First Team during his eight years in the pros
-One of the rare players to win at least four titles and earn three Finals MVP in the process
-Ranks at No.34 in career points scored
-Ranks at No.40 in career points per game
-Ranks at No.8 in total playoff points
-Ranks at No.26 in playoffs points per game
-Ranks at No.4 in the playoffs for most blocked shots
-Ranks at No.11 in most career blocked shots
-Ranks at No.16 in career blocks per game
-Ranks at No.24 in terms of most rebounds grabbed in career
-Ranks at No.20 in career rebounds per game
-Ranks at No.15 in playoff rebounds per game
-Ranks at No.7 in career defensive win shares (82.9)
-Ranks at No.5 in playoffs defensive win shares (13.0)
-Ranks at No.2 in career defensive rating
-Ranks at No.14 in playoff defensive rating
-Ranks at No.7 in career defensive win share
-Ranks at No.5 in playoff defensive win share
-Ranks at No.7 in career defensive rebound percent
-Ranks at No.9 in playoff defensive rebound percent
Career Stats
-Points:20,990 (20.9)------------------------------3914 (23.0)
-Rebounds: 11,529 (11.6)--------------------------2114 (12.4)
-Blocked shots: 2,273 (2.3)------------------------438 (2.6)
Shaquille O'Neal
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One of the two active players to be on this list,Shaquille O'Neal is one of the game's greatest big men of all time.
He's the most unstoppable player and efficient scorer the games has ever seen,who's the best in making a positive impact for his team.He possesses a mix of size,strength,athleticism to go on with nice skills and quickness.
His ability to draw fouls is second to none.If there's a stat like that,he would have led the league in that for sure.He was so strong,very few could be argued as stronger and is the most powerful finisher to ever play.
He's arguably the most physical presence in the league's history,who controlled the paint on both ends of the court,scored efficiently,cleared the glass well,good passer and few have had been more double teamed and sometimes triple teamed.
He's one of the (if not the) most dominate players in the history of basketball,who has been on his finest in the playoffs and finals posting some insane numbers,while winning it all.He was so unguardable that it has forced many to use the "Heck a Shaq" game plan.
That was an attempt that most teams used to stop him since he has been a bad free throw shooter since day one and that was used by teams because it is his biggest weakness.
He's one of the best rebounders of all time,who always cleared the glass well,especially during the clutch time and one of the most overlooked defenders and top shot blockers as well.He's overlooked largely duo to his laziness
He averaged 38 points,16.8 rebounds and 2.7 blocks,33.0 points,16.8 rebounds and 3.4 blocked shots 36.2 points,12.3 rebounds,3.8 assists at his finest.He also averaged 28.2 points,12.0 rebounds and 6.2 assists in his 3rd year vs one of the most dominate defenders Hakeem Olajuwon
Career Resume
-4x NBA Champion
-3x Finals MVP
-1x Regular season MVP
-3x All-Star Game MVP
-Rookie Of The Year
-All-Rookie First Team
-14x All-NBA Selections (8x All-First,2x All-Second,4x All-Third)
-15x All-Star
-3x All-NBA Defensive Teams (all second)
-1994 FIBA World Championship MVP
-Selected as one of the 50 greatest players in the NBA History (youngest player to earn this honor)
Career Facts
-Has the highest scoring averages in a Finals for a center
-Is one of the rare players through the history of the game to win 3 championships in a row
-One of the few players ever to win 3 straight Finals MVP awards in a row
-NBA All Time leader in playoffs offensive rebounds
-NBA All Time leader in playoffs defensive rebounds
-NBA All Time leader in career field goal percent
-NBA All Time leader in most dunks of all time
-Holds the NBA record in most times leading (10) in Field Goal Percent
-Has the 3rd highest playoff rebounding total of all time (the best in the modern history)
-Won 2 scoring titles
-Ranks at No.3 in playoffs total blocks
-Ranks at No.3 in career player efficiency
-Ranks at No.3 in total playoff points scored
-Ranks at No.4 in playoffs player efficiency
-Ranks at No.4 in career free throws attempted
-Ranks No.5 in career points scored
-Ranks at No.6 in career field goals made
-Ranks at No.8 in career blocks
-Ranks at No.8 in career defensive rebounds
-Ranks at No.10 in playoff defensive win share
-Ranks at No.11 in career offensive win share
-Ranks at No.12 in playoff rebound percent
-Ranks at No.12 in playoff block per game
-Ranks at No.13 in career rebounds
-Ranks at No.17 in career blocked shots per game
-Ranks at No.19 in playoff defensive rebound percent
-Ranks at No.22 in career rebound percent
-Ranks at No.22 in playoffs rebounds per game
-Ranks at No.27 in career defensive rebound percent
Career Stats
Points:28,434 (24.0)-----------------------------5,248 (24.5)
Rebounds: 13,024 (11.0)-------------------------2,508 (11.7)
-Blocks: 2,702 (2.3)-------------------------------459 (2.1)
Bill Russell
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The greatest defensive player and biggest champion in the history of basketball,Bill Russell was one of the best big men to play on a NBA hardwood
He revolutionized the concepts of defense,built the fundamentals of blocked shot,excelled at all aspects of defense,regarded as the finest shot blocker,he was arguably the best defender the game has seen with the great sheer to win
He proved that you can be a superstar even if you dominate on defense,who set new way to win and was the ultimate winner.He was an athletic freak of his own,who held track records,records in high jumping and possessed one of the highest IQs ever
He had a book on everyone and knew everyone's game.He was the top defensive leader,who made instant impact on the Celtics and was the cornerstone of the biggest dynasty in the history of the league.He won 11 championships in 13 years...
Russell was an amazing rebounding machine,who's second to Wilt in career total and per game rebounds but in the playoffs and finals was second to none.He held numerous records,such as most boards grabbed in a Finals game (40,doing that twice),one of the two players ever to grab at least 50,first player to average over 20 rebounds per game doing that 10 times in 13 years and so on
Bill has never earned the credit for his work on offense,who was a prolific passing center who once when was the focal point of the Celtics offense,provided with terrific passing from the block and threw perfect outlet passes.
He was the ultimate winner,who has 16-2 record when facing elimination,10-0 in the 7th game in playoff time,didn't lost on the biggest scene as so on.Overall,in many ways he revolutionized this sport and can be argued as the greatest of all time
Career Resume
-11x NBA Champion
-5x MVP
-Elected to the Hall Of Fame
-12x All Star
-11x All-NBA Selections (3x All-First,the rest in second)
-NBA All Defensive Teams (1x All-First;the award came late in his career)
-Selected as one of the 50 greatest players ever
-NBA 35th All-Anniversary
-NBA 25th All-Anniversary
-Olympic Gold Medalist
Career Facts
-Has the highest amount of championships won (11) not only in the NBA but in sports history too
-NBA All Time leader in playoffs rebounds (in both per game and total)
-NBA All Time finals leader in rebounding (in both)
-One of the few players ever to get in the 25th,35 and 50th Anniversary Teams
-Voted as the greatest player in the NBA History by the Professional Basketball Writers Association of America.
-Recorded the highest rebound average ever (29.9) in the history of basketball,this came in the playoffs of course
-Has 5 rebound titles
-Led 10 times in rebounding in the playoffs...
-Boston Celtics all time leader in rebounds
-Ranks No.1 in career defensive win share
-Ranks No.1 in playoff defensive win share
-Ranks at No.2 in career rebounds
-Ranks at No.2 in career rebounds per game
-Ranks at No.2 in career minutes played per game
-Ranks at No.2 in total career minutes
Career Stats
Points:14,522 (15.1)------------------------------------------2,673 (16.2)
Rebounds:21,620 (22.5)--------------------------------------4,104 (24.9)
Assists:4,100 (4.3)--------------------------------------------770 (4.7)
Wilt Chamberlain
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The greatest offensive force to ever grace the game of basketball,who was the most dominate player of all time,Wilt Chamberlain is without a doubt one of the best big men ever
Nothing short of legendary,he was so dominate largely because he was so strong,held track records and a numerous high jumping world champion as well who was the most doubled and tripled team by far.Teams had no clue how to stop his dominance with fouls
The play was so rough that it forced him to retire in his rookie year but would come back ready for the next season.He had endless stamina which aloud him to play dozens of minutes and had a high basketball IQ that he used well
Wilt during his finest averaged 50 points and 27 rebounds,numbers that will never be touched and was the top individual player who cared to get insane statistics and his overall numbers are second to none,you will see that later
Just how great was Wilt? Oscar Robertson summed it best with the quote on the question is he the greatest of all time, "The books don't lie". That's good answer, considering the fact that this guy holds 60 of the 72 NBA records!
Want some records? How about 100 points in a single games, 55 rebounds in a single game, only player to score 4,000 points in a season, scored 50 ppg through an entire season, and grabbed 27 boards, too.
He was arguably the most notable rebounding machine to play on a NBA hardwood,period.During his 15 years of pro basketball,he won the rebound titles 11 times in that period while winning 7 scoring titles as well
His height didn't make him great,it was the fantastic physical abilities combined with his skills. He was more then dunks.He had the fade away, finger role, and the hook shot.He posted the most insane and by far untouchable numbers ever
He was also phenomenal defender as well,who would likely been No.2 (or No.1) had blocks been as a official stat.His steals total would be high as well.He is one of the most all-around players ever,for who many believe he recorded quadruple double before it became official.
Overall,Wilt could be a strong choice for the honor of best basketball player ever and if you select him,it isn't a bad call.
Career Resume
-2x NBA Champion
-2x Finals MVP
-4x MVP
-Rookie Of The Year
-All Star Game MVP
-9x All NBA Selections (7x All-First)
-13x All-Star
-2x All-First Defensive Teams (the honor came late in his career)
-Elected to the Hall Of Fame
-One of the 50 greatest players ever in the NBA History
-NBA 35th Anniversary Team
Career Facts
-NBA All Time rebound leader (in both total and per game)
-Holds 60 out of the 72 records in the NBA history (some of them will be mentioned)
-The first player ever to earn the MVP and Rookie Of The Year awards in his 1st year
-Has the highest field goal percent of all time recorded in a season (72.9)
-Scored 100 points (NBA record) in a single game
-Only player ever to record double-triple (20 points,22 rebounds,23 assists)
-His dominance changed couple of rules
-Holds record for most consecutive 30+ scoring games (65)
-Holds record for most consecutive 20+ scoring games (125)
-Only non guard ever to lead the NBA in assists
-Recorded high scoring average ever 50.4
-Led the NBA,7 seasons in a row in scoring
-Ranks at No.2 in career points per game
-Ranks at No.4 in total career points
-Ranks at No.1 in most minutes per game
-Rank at No.3 in career fields goal
-Ranks at No.5 in career player efficiency
-Ranks at No.2 in career offensive win share
-Ranks at No.4 in career defensive win share
-Ranks at No.3 in career win share per 48 minutes
-Ranks at No.2 in playoff rebounds per game
-Ranks at No.2 in playoff total rebounds
-Ranks at No.18 in playoff player efficiency
-Ranks at No.2 in playoff defensive win share
-Ranks at No.9 in playoff offensive win share
Career Stats
Points:31,419 (30.1)------------------------------3,607 (22.5)
Rebounds:23,924 (22.9)------------------------------3,913 (24.5)
Assists:4,643 (4.4)-------------------------------673 (4.2)
Karl Malone
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The prototype of the next generation of power forwards,Karl Malone was one of the greatest big men in the NBA History!
He's one of the most strongest and athletic players of all time,who had fantastic explosiveness and soft touch from mid range,who was terrific finisher inside.He was a physical defender,who was simply great rebounder as well
He was good at running the court,finishing on the alley ops and working the pick n'roll with Stockton to perfection as both had profit from it.Malone defined his position and is some people,consider him as the greatest power forward.
For his career,he posted some impressive numbers and had a good resume despite the lack of titles,a thing that keeps him off the top 10 debates.He possessed the finest work ethic ever,who played well in the 40's and kept playing at high level
He was very durable player,who rarely missed games and was productive on the court who despite the lack of championships was an all time great.He won 2 Most Valuable Players awards and the last one came at the age of 36!
He was good passer as well and very consistent player,who was member of those All-NBA teams every year.Overall,he enjoyed lots of success.
Career Resume
-2x MVP
-13x All Star
-14x All-NBA Selections (11x All-First,2x All-Second,1x All-Third)
-4x All-NBA Defensive Teams (3x All-First)
-All-NBA Rookie Team
-One of the 50 greatest players in the league's history
-Introduced to the Hall Of Fame in 2010
-2x All-Star Game MVP
-2x Golds from the Olympics in 92,96
Career Facts
-NBA All Time leader in career defensive rebounds
-NBA All Time leader in career free throws attempted
-NBA All Time leader in career free throws made
-Last player to average at least 30 points and 10 boards in a season
-Holds record with former team mate Stockton in most games played together
-All time leader in turnovers
-Second all time leading scorer,after Kareem
-Second in most games played for the Utah Jazz
-Ranks at No.2 in career field goals made
-Ranks No.2 in playoff defensive rebounds
-Ranks at No.2 in career field goals attempted
-Ranks at No.3 in career win share
-Ranks at No.5 in career defensive win share
-Ranks at No.5 in playoff total points
-Ranks at No.6 in career offensive win share
-Ranks at No.6 in playoff rebounds total
-Ranks No.8 in playoff defensive win share
-Ranks at No.10 in playoff offensive rebounds
-Ranks at No.11 in career steals
-Ranks at No.12 in career points per game
-Ranks at No.13 in career player efficiency
-Ranks No.13 in playoff offensive win share
-Ranks No.20 in playoff offensive win share
-Ranks No.38 in career rebounds per game
-2nd Best assist total for big man
Career Stats
Points:36,928 (25.0)------------------------------4,761 (24.7)
Rebounds:14,968 (10.1)----------------------------2,062 (10.7)
Assists:5,248 (3.4)------------------------------610 (3.2)
Kareem Abdul Jabbar
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Kareem Abdul Jabbar is one of the best big men ever,who is arguably the greatest basketball player of all time.
No one ever has a better list of individual and team achievements like Kareem has.When he retired at the age of 42,no one scored more points,won more MVP awards,played in All-Star games,blocked more shots and so on
He brought skills,grace and versatility to the centers' position which is often characterized by power and size,who was excellent scorer,rebounder,shot blocker,had a good sense for passing and in other words he was one of the most complete players ever
Jabbar was a fantastic defensive player,whose abilities to defend the interior were beyond awesome but overlooked because of his offense.He possessed the most unstoppable move ever,the Sky Hook,a shot that no one stopped
He had the most ready NBA body of them all,who even in his late 30's and in his 40's was capable for playing big minutes.He was extremely clutch as well,who later when was not so great scorer used to dish like Walton did in Portland
Overall,it's safe to say that this guy was an amazing player who contributed so much to this sport and has a strong legacy.
Career Resume
-6x NBA Champion
-6x NBA MVP
-15x All-NBA Selections (10x All-First,5x All-Second)
-19x All Star
-2x Finals MVP
-11x All NBA Defensive Teams (6x All-First)
-Rookie Of The Year
-All Rookie Team
-Elected to the Hall Of Fame
-NBA 35th Anniversary Team
-NBA 50th Anniversary Team
Career Facts:
-NBA All Time leading scorer
-Holds record for most All-Star games played
-Most Most Valuable Player won
-Oldest player to win Finals MVP
- NBA All Time leader in All-Star selections ever
-NBA All Time leader in most minutes played ever
-NBA All Time leader in field goals made ever
-NBA All Time leader in career field goals attempted ever
-Highest assist total for any big man
-NBA All Time leader in personal fouls
-NBA All Time leader in career win share
-Ranks No.2 in career defensive win share
-Ranks No.2 in playoffs total points
-Is second in total games played
-Ranks No.3 in playoff offensive win share
-Ranks No.3 in career blocked shots (Note,the block shots were official in his 3rd season)
-Ranks No.4 in career rebounds (3rd on the NBA list)
-Ranks No.4 in playoff defensive win share
-Ranks No.4 in playoffs total rebounds
-Ranks No.5 in playoffs offensive rebounds
-Ranks No.5 in playoffs defensive rebounds
-Ranks No.5 in career win share per 48 minutes
-Ranks No.8 in career blocked shots
-Ranks No.10 in career field goal percent
-Ranks No.11 in career player efficiency
-Ranks No.16 in playoff player efficiency rating
-Ranks No.19 in playoff points per game
Career Stats
Points:38,387 (24.6)----------------------------5,762 (24.3)
Rebounds:17,440 (11.2)--------------------------------2,481 (10.5)
Blocks:3,189 (2.6)--------------------------------476 (2.4)
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