Why is Wilt Chamberlain considered a famous basketball player?

Wilt Chamberlain is retired now, but he used to be a famous basketball player. He has set 65 different records and still holds many of them. During the final years of his career, he drew a large salary and became very wealthy. He even built himself a $1.5 million house. In spite of his personal success, he led his team to only one championship. His teams often won enough games to qualify for the final rounds, but they almost always lost in the finals. As a result, Wilt became determined to win one more championship before he retired. In 1972, while Wilt was playing against a New York team, he fell down and hit his wrist on the floor. He felt the pain immediately and knew that he had hurt himself badly. When the doctor examined Wilt, he confirmed Wilt’s fears. The doctor told Wilt that he had a broken bone in the wrist and that he could not play any more.  Wilt ignored his doctor’s advice.  The next night, with his many falls watching in amazement, he not only played the entire game but he was outstanding. His team won the game and the championship. Wilt had his wish -- To be a winner one last time.