On March 2, 1962, Wilt Chamberlain made basketball history by scoring 100 points in a single NBA game. The Philadelphia Warriors defeated the New York Knicks 169–147 in Hershey, Pennsylvania. It remains the most iconic individual scoring performance in league history.

But here’s the strange part: there’s no official TV broadcast recording of the game. Over the years, this has fueled myths, doubts, and conspiracy theories. Did Wilt really score 100 points? Or has the story grown bigger because cameras weren’t there to capture it? Let’s break down the facts.

Wilt’s Legendary Night In Hershey

Chamberlain entered the March 2 game, a popular date for legendary milestones, already leading the league in scoring, averaging 50.4 points per game during the 1961–62 season. Against the Knicks, he w

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