Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is the NBA’s all-time leader in career points for nearly 40 years and is widely regarded as one of the most dominant and accomplished players in basketball history. Known for his signature skyhook shot, he was a cornerstone of the Los Angeles Lakers’ dynasty in the 1980s.

Key Achievements

• 6× NBA Champion (1971, 1980, 1982, 1985, 1987, 1988)
• 6× NBA Most Valuable Player (record)
• 19× NBA All-Star
• 15× All-NBA Team selection
• 11× All-Defensive Team
• NBA all-time leading scorer (38,387 points – held record until 2023)
• Member of the NBA 75th Anniversary Team

College Career

Kareem played three seasons at UCLA under legendary coach John Wooden, winning three NCAA championships and dominating college basketball like no one before or since.

Career Stats (NBA)

• Games: 1,560
• Points per game: 24.6
• Rebounds per game: 11.2
• Blocks per game: 2.6

Off the Court

Abdul-Jabbar is a prolific writer, cultural commentator, and advocate for social justice. He’s received the Presidential Medal of Freedom and is widely respected for his intellect and activism.