On October 12th, 1999, Wilton Norman "Wilt" Chamberlain passed away peacefully at the age of 63. One of the most dominant athletes of all time, Chamberlain was a legendary NBA basketball player with the Philadelphia/San Francisco Warriors, the Philadelphia 76ers, and the Los Angeles Lakers. Chamberlain was born in Philadelphia in 1936 and attended Overbrook High School where he earned All-American honors, eventually leading his team to the Pennsylvania state championship in 1955. In college, he became the first NCAA men's basketball player to score more than 1,000 points in a single season and led the Jayhawks to the 1957 national title game, where they lost to North Carolina. Chamberlain declared for the NBA draft in 1959 and was selected by the Warriors. During his 14-year career, he led the league in scoring seven times, rebounds 11 times, and won four NBA championships. His most notable accomplishments include averaging 50.4 points per game during the 1961-62 season and scoring 100 points in a single game in 1962 against the New York Knicks. The lasting legacy of Chamberlain can be seen in the NBA today, especially when it comes to record keeping. He currently holds the all-time records for most points in a season and career, total rebounds, and total field goals made. Wilton Norman "Wilt" Chamberlain will forever be remembered and revered for his excellence in basketball, and his impact will be felt for generations to come.