PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- The last name Chamberlain is synonymous with Philadelphia basketball.

The family ties to NBA legend Wilt Chamberlain are still felt here in the city. Olin Chamberlain Jr., Wilt's great nephew, suits up on the Temple basketball team.

"My great uncle is why I'm here," Chamberlain Jr. said. "But being a bigger and better person -- being a great person -- that's more important to me than being the best basketball player that I could possibly be."

Following a successful high school career at St. Joseph's Prep, Chamberlain Jr. chose to stay home as a walk-on for the Owls. However, he is paving his own path in the sport.

"When it comes to my last name Chamberlain and basketball, obviously, there's an expectation there," Chamberlain Jr. explains. "But I'm more so trying

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