Top 18 Quotes by Wilt Chamberlain

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Wilt Chamberlain is one of the most celebrated basketball players recognized as a legend of the NBA center.  He has become a 13-time All-Star, 2-time NBA, and 4-time MVP champion. His score in a single game on March 2, 1962, was one of the most exciting as he has scored 100 points. At that game, he played for the Philadelphia Warriors.

Wilt Chamberlain is a player who was born on August 21, 1936, in Philadelphia, PA. His health condition was not so good during his childhood, as he had pneumonia. Now, he has been recognized as a successful basketball player and also one of the wealthiest ones.  He has contributed a lot to the basketball field, so; I regard him as a legend. Here, you can see his top 18 quotes that will help you to win.

Wilt Chamberlain on field
Wilt Chamberlain on field

“They were so clever finding ways to get me the ball. They had to do more than just give up open shots. They had to avoid fouls and pass me the ball in traffic.”― Wilt Chamberlain

“I couldn’t have come close without my teammates’ help because the Knicks didn’t want me to make 100.”― Wilt Chamberlain

“Everybody pulls for David, nobody roots for Goliath.”― Wilt Chamberlain

“I believe that good things come to those who work.”― Wilt Chamberlain

5th of 18 Wilt Chamberlain Quotes

“If you have ability in a certain area, why not capitalize on it and improve it and use it?”― Wilt Chamberlain

“The man who won’t loan money isn’t going to have many friends – or need them.”― Wilt Chamberlain

“With all of you men out there who think that having a thousand different ladies is pretty cool, I have learned in my life I’ve found out that having one woman a thousand different times is much more satisfying.”― Wilt Chamberlain

“Nobody roots for Goliath.”― Wilt Chamberlain

“And I remember leaving my place in L.A. and – my father is a big fight fan – and I said, ‘Dad, I got a couple of days off and I’m getting ready to go to Houston to sign to fight Muhammad Ali.”― Wilt Chamberlain

“They were willing to do anything to stop me.”― Wilt Chamberlain

“You must understand as a kid of color in those days, the Harlem Globetrotters were like being movie stars.”― Wilt Chamberlain

12th of 18 Wilt Chamberlain Quotes

“But the point of using the number was to show that sex was a great part of my life as basketball was a great part of my life. That’s the reason why I was single.”― Wilt Chamberlain

“I get constant reminders from fans who equate that game and my career as one and the same.”― Wilt Chamberlain

“When you go out there and do the things you’re supposed to do, people view you as selfish.”― Wilt Chamberlain

Top 99 Stephen Curry Quotes

“It just wasn’t right the way they were behind by 25 points, and then they’re told to hold the ball.”― Wilt Chamberlain

“It was a challenge to my teammates to help me.”― Wilt Chamberlain

17th of 18 Wilt Chamberlain Quotes

“We’re all fascinated by the numbers, as we were about the 100 points.”― Wilt Chamberlain

“I guarantee you, if you could give me 10 points in all those seventh games against the Boston Celtics, instead of Bill Russell having 11 rings, I could’ve at least had nine or eight.”― Wilt Chamberlain

Sanjib Sah
Sanjib Sah
Sanjib Sah is an engineer and content writer passionate about sports and athletics. With a background in engineering and a love for all things active, Sanjib brings a unique perspective to the world of sports writing. Whether he is covering the latest trends in sports technology or sharing tips on improving your game, Sanjib's words are always rooted in a deep appreciation for players' hard work and dedication everywhere. In his free time, you can find him hitting the courts or hitting the trails, always looking for new ways to challenge himself and improve his skills.

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