Milestones and Records in NBA History
December 10
December 10 has seen several iconic moments in NBA history:
In 1971, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s outstanding performance with a career-high 55 points against Boston.
1985 witnessed the Boston Celtics’ record of 38 straight home game wins over two seasons.
The Indiana Pacers set a record in 1985 for the fewest field goals made by a team since the shot clock’s inception.
Dallas Coach Dick Motta moved to third place on the all-time coaching wins list in 1994.
James Worthy had his No. 42 jersey retired by the Los Angeles Lakers in 1995.
Hersey Hawkins’ 527-game streak ended due to injury in 1999.
Carmelo Anthony matched George Gervin’s record for points in a quarter with 33 in 2008.
Dolph Schayes, a Hall of Famer, passed away in 2016.
December 11
This day featured moments like the introduction of 15-minute quarters in an experimental game in 1946, Richie Guerin’s 57-point game in 1959, and the announcement of the NBA’s Silver Anniversary team in 1971. Also, Larry Costello, who led the Milwaukee Bucks to their only NBA title, passed away in 2001.
December 12
Dec. 12 marks significant records, including the Lakers’ 33-game winning streak, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar surpassing 32,000 career points, and the Miami Heat’s consecutive losses at the start of a season. It’s also the day when Sacramento’s Rick Adelman achieved his 500th victory as coach.
December 13
Historic games like Detroit vs. Denver in 1983, where the teams set scoring and field goal records, and Moses Malone surpassed 16,000 career rebounds in 1993, define this date. It’s also the day when Larry Costello passed away in 2001.
December 14
Wilt Chamberlain’s 63-point game against Elgin Baylor’s 50-point game in 1962, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s defensive rebound record in 1975, and Miami Heat’s first win in 1988 all happened on this date. It was also when Rudy Tomjanovich achieved his 400th coaching victory in 2000.
December 15
Gus Williams became the NBA’s all-time steals leader in 1984, while Alvin Robertson moved past 2,000 career steals in 1995. The NBA also changed the statistical minimum for 3-point field goals in 1994.
December 16
Wilt Chamberlain’s streak of seven consecutive games with 50 or more points began in 1961, and Patrick Ewing became New York’s all-time leading scorer in 1993. Clyde Drexler moved up to fourth place on the all-time steals list in 1997.
Throughout these dates, the records in NBA history witnessed exceptional performances, milestones, and memorable moments that shaped its history. Additionally, controversies like the 2006 New York Knicks vs. Denver Nuggets game brought attention to on-court altercations and their consequences.
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