The 1966–67 season saw Chamberlain drastically alter his style of play, which helped his team win a championship.
The ONE Time Wilt Chamberlain Finally Took Down Bill Russell — And It Changed Everything
From 1959 to 1969, the Bill Russell vs. Wilt Chamberlain rivalry ruled the NBA — and Russell owned it. No matter the team — Warriors, 76ers, or Lakers — Wilt could never get past him in the playoffs.
Except once.
In 1966-67, everything changed. Chamberlain — the same monster who once averaged 50.4 points per game — reinvented his game under coach Alex Hannum, shifting from unstoppable scorer to Russell-style leader focused on defense and passing.
In this video, watch how that bold transformation finally paid off, as Wilt and the Sixers took down Russell’s Celtics in their one and only playoff victory over Boston. This was the moment Wilt cracked the code.
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