The 1961–62 MVP race was unlike anything we’ve ever seen: Bill Russell (Winner): 18.9 PPG, 23.6 RPG — the anchor of a dynasty, leading Boston to the league’s best record. Wilt Chamberlain (2nd): Averaged 50.4 PPG and 25.7 RPG… yes, 50 a night. Played 48.5 minutes per game. Oscar Robertson (3rd): Averaged a triple-double for the entire season (30.8 PPG, 12.5 RPG, 11.4 APG). Elgin Baylor (4th): Dropped 38.3 PPG and 18.6 RPG while only playing 48 games due to military service. All in the same season. One of the most legendary MVP battles in NBA history. Do you think Russell deserved the award, or should Wilt or Oscar have taken it? #NBAHistory #MVP #WiltChamberlain #BillRussell #OscarRobertson #ElginBaylor #GOATDebate #NBADebate #MyNBAGOAT #Sports #NBA