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Darnell Hillman, known as 'Dr. Dunk,' is a legendary figure in Indiana Pacers history, having contributed to their ABA championships in 1972 and 1973, and remains a beloved part of Indiana's rich basketball heritage as the Pacers compete in the NBA Finals for the first time since 2000.
Victor Wembanyama scored 50 points in a game against the Washington Wizards, becoming the fourth-youngest player in NBA history to reach this milestone. The San Antonio Spurs' center, known for his height and potential, improved his 3-point shooting significantly over the last three games, raising his season percentage from 22.6% to 34.3%. Wembanyama's performance not only highlights his scoring versatility but also marks him as the youngest center to achieve a 50-point game, showcasing his potential to become an unstoppable force in the league.
The Cleveland Cavaliers have started the NBA season 9-0 for the first time in franchise history, joining a select group of 20 teams in NBA history to achieve such a start. Historically, only four teams with a 9-0 or better start have gone on to win the championship, including the 1996-97 Chicago Bulls and the 1993-94 and 1994-95 Houston Rockets. The Cavs' strong start, led by their defensive prowess and offensive talents like Donovan Mitchell, offers them a chance to make history by potentially becoming the first team since 2000-01 to win a title after such a start.
With Julius Randle out for the season, the Knicks can draw inspiration from past playoff moments when key players were sidelined, such as Allan Houston's series-clinching shot and Larry Johnson's four-point play in 1999. Despite Patrick Ewing's absence during those iconic plays, the team rallied and made a deep playoff run. Now, as Randle undergoes shoulder surgery, the Knicks must look ahead and focus on their playoff push without their second-best offensive player.
Houston Rockets' rookie Amen Thompson impressed everyone with his knowledge of NBA Draft history by correctly answering 13 out of 14 questions about which player got drafted higher among the pairing. Thompson's memory of basketball history is already impressive, and the Rockets should make this a trend to promote.
Kevon Looney's father and brother instilled in him the importance of rebounding from a young age, and it has paid off as he recorded his second 20-rebound game of the NBA playoffs, joining Wilt Chamberlain and Nate Thurmond as the only players in Golden State Warriors history to do so. Looney credits his upbringing and basketball historian mentality for his success on the boards, and takes pride in being a leader in this area for the team.