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By the end of high school, Wilt would shatter scoring records, including a jaw-dropping 90-point game after needing to surpass a 78-point performance by a rival. Consequently, his talent drew the interest of approximately 140 colleges, but Auerbach had his sights set on bringing Wilt to the NBA.

The Move to Professional Basketball

In 1955, the Philadelphia Warriors, led by owner Eddie Gottlieb, used a special territorial pick to select Chamberlain, delaying his debut in the NBA until 1959. Wilt decided to attend the University of Kansas where he would not only play basketball but also compete in various field events. Yet, complications soon arose as the NCAA imposed numerous rules that directly aimed to curb Chamberlain's dominance on the court.