Damian Lillard. Wilt Chamberlain. Damian Lillard. Wilt Chamberlain. I keep coming back to this stat. Last night after dropping 61, his third 60+ point performance this season, Dame joined Wilt as the only players in NBA history to have at least three 60 point games in a season.
Which is probably why afterwards Lillard asked everyone to put some respect on his name. It’s also why, in my mind, people need to put respect on the modern game, as Dame is a prime example that today’s NBA players are better than ever.
Wilt Chamberlain is almost a mythical figure for his athletic prowess.