Who led the NBA in scoring in 1971?
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
League Leaders
| 1. | Kareem Abdul-Jabbar* • MIL | 2822 |
|---|---|---|
| 2. | John Havlicek* • BOS | 2252 |
| 3. | Tiny Archibald* • CIN | 2145 |
| 4. | Gail Goodrich* • LAL | 2127 |
| 5. | Elvin Hayes* • HOU | 2063 |
Who won MVP in 1973 NBA?
Dave Cowens
| 1972–73 NBA season | |
|---|---|
| Season MVP | Dave Cowens (Boston) |
| Top scorer | Nate Archibald (Kansas City–Omaha) |
| Playoffs | |
| Eastern champions | New York Knicks |
How many teams were in the NBA in 1970?
17 teams
The NBA expanded to 17 teams as the Portland Trail Blazers, Buffalo Braves, and Cleveland Cavaliers began play.
How many teams were in the NBA in 1975?
18
| 1975–76 NBA season | |
|---|---|
| Duration | October 23, 1975 – April 11, 1976 April 13–May 18, 1976 (Playoffs) May 23–June 6, 1976 (Finals) |
| Number of games | 82 |
| Number of teams | 18 |
| TV partner(s) | CBS |
Who has the highest PPG in NBA history?
Michael Jordan
NBA/ABA
| Rank | Player | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Michael Jordan* | 30.12 |
| 2. | Wilt Chamberlain* | 30.07 |
| 3. | Elgin Baylor* | 27.36 |
| 4. | Kevin Durant | 27.10 |
How many times has LeBron led the league in scoring?
Kobe Bryant won scoring titles in 2006 and 2007. LeBron James won the scoring title in 2008. Kevin Durant became the youngest scoring champion in 2010. He won another three in 2011, 2012 and 2014.
Who won the NBA in 73?
New York Knicks1972–73 NBA season / Champion
Who did the Blazers beat in 77?
Philadelphia 76ers
The Western Conference champion Portland Trail Blazers played against the Eastern Conference champion Philadelphia 76ers, with the 76ers holding home-court advantage. Their four regular season meetings had been split evenly, 2–2, with neither side winning away from home.
When did the NBA get 30 teams?
2004
Modern expansion: 1988 to 2004 The league expanded to 30 with the present Charlotte Hornets in 2004, initially as the Charlotte Bobcats.
How many teams were in the NBA when Bill Russel played?
Russell played in an era where there were fewer NBA teams—about 10. While some may argue that each team had more concentrated talent, the level of talent does not compare to that of today’s game.
Who was 1981 NBA MVP?
Julius Erving
NBA History – 1981 Awards
| 1981 Awards | ||
|---|---|---|
| AWARD | RECIPIENT | STATS |
| MVP | Julius Erving, PHI | No stats available. |
| Rookie of the Year | Darrell Griffith | No stats available. |
| Coach of the Year | Jack McKinney, IND | W-L: 44-38, CAREER: 136-215, EXP: 6 years |
Who won the NBA championship in 1971?
The 1971–72 NBA season was the 26th season of the National Basketball Association. The season ended with the Los Angeles Lakers winning the NBA Championship, beating the New York Knicks 4 games to 1 in the NBA Finals .
Who won the 1972 NBA All-Star Game?
The 1972 NBA All-Star Game was played at the Forum in Inglewood, California, with the West beating the East 112–110. To the delight of the home crowd, Jerry West of the Lakers won the game’s MVP award, making a basket at the buzzer to win the game.
What is the most wins in an NBA season?
To the delight of the home crowd, Jerry West of the Lakers won the game’s MVP award, making a basket at the buzzer to win the game. The Lakers’ 69 wins set a new record for most regular season wins in NBA history. This mark would stand for 24 seasons, until it was bettered by the 1995-96 Chicago Bulls.
What NBA teams won 63 games in a row?
The defending champion Milwaukee Bucks won 63 games on the play of renamed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, formerly Lew Alcindor, and Oscar Robertson. The Celtics, led by second year center Dave Cowens, point guard Jo Jo White and 32-year-old swingman John Havlicek won the Atlantic Division with 56 wins.
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