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Study Guide: The 1966-67 NBA Season: A Comprehensive Overview

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The 1966-67 NBA Season: A Comprehensive Overview Study Guide

League Structure and Season Overview

The 1966-67 NBA season, including its regular season and playoffs, concluded on April 24, 1967.

Answer: False

Explanation: The regular season concluded on March 19, 1967, with the playoffs and NBA Finals concluding on April 24, 1967.

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Exactly 12 teams competed in the National Basketball Association during the 1966-67 season.

Answer: False

Explanation: The National Basketball Association comprised 10 teams during the 1966-67 season, not 12.

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The National Broadcasting Company (NBC) was the official television partner for the NBA during the 1966-67 season.

Answer: False

Explanation: The American Broadcasting Company (ABC) served as the official television partner for the NBA during the 1966-67 season.

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The NBA added the Chicago Bulls as a new team during the 1966-67 season.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Chicago Bulls were indeed added as a new expansion team to the NBA for the 1966-67 season.

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The NBA playoff format was expanded in 1966-67 to allow only two teams per division to qualify.

Answer: False

Explanation: The NBA playoff format was expanded in 1966-67 to allow four teams per division to qualify, not two.

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The 1967 NBA All-Star Game was hosted in Los Angeles, California.

Answer: False

Explanation: The 1967 NBA All-Star Game was hosted at the Cow Palace in Daly City, California, not Los Angeles.

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The NBA increased playoff qualifiers to four teams per division for the 1966-67 season.

Answer: True

Explanation: The NBA did expand its playoff qualification to include four teams from each division for the 1966-67 season.

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Each team played 81 games during the 1966-67 NBA regular season.

Answer: True

Explanation: The 1966-67 NBA regular season schedule mandated that each team play a total of 81 games.

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The NBA expanded its playoff format in 1966-67 to include four teams from each division.

Answer: True

Explanation: The NBA did expand its playoff format in 1966-67 to include four teams from each division.

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What was the official end date of the 1966-67 NBA regular season?

Answer: March 19, 1967

Explanation: The official end date of the 1966-67 NBA regular season was March 19, 1967.

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How many teams participated in the NBA during the 1966-67 season?

Answer: 10

Explanation: A total of 10 teams participated in the NBA during the 1966-67 season.

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Which television network broadcast NBA games during the 1966-67 season?

Answer: ABC

Explanation: The American Broadcasting Company (ABC) broadcast NBA games during the 1966-67 season.

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Which team was added to the NBA for the 1966-67 season?

Answer: Chicago Bulls

Explanation: The Chicago Bulls were added to the NBA for the 1966-67 season.

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How many teams qualified for the playoffs from each division in the 1966-67 season?

Answer: Four

Explanation: Four teams qualified for the playoffs from each division in the 1966-67 season.

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Where was the 1967 NBA All-Star Game held?

Answer: Cow Palace, Daly City

Explanation: The 1967 NBA All-Star Game was held at the Cow Palace in Daly City, California.

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How many games did each team play in the 1966-67 NBA regular season?

Answer: 81

Explanation: Each team played a total of 81 games during the 1966-67 NBA regular season.

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Team Performance and Standings

The Boston Celtics finished the 1966-67 regular season with the best record in the league.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Philadelphia 76ers achieved the best regular season record in the league during the 1966-67 season.

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The 1966-67 Philadelphia 76ers set a league record at the time by winning 68 games during the regular season.

Answer: True

Explanation: The 1966-67 Philadelphia 76ers established a then-league record by achieving 68 victories during the regular season.

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The Philadelphia 76ers had a 46-4 record after their first 50 games, which was the best 50-game start in league history at that point.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Philadelphia 76ers' 46-4 record after 50 games represented the most successful 50-game start in NBA history at that juncture.

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The Philadelphia 76ers finished the Eastern Division regular season with a record of 68 wins and 13 losses.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Philadelphia 76ers concluded the Eastern Division regular season with a record of 68 wins and 13 losses.

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The Boston Celtics finished the Eastern Division regular season 10 games behind the Philadelphia 76ers.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Boston Celtics finished the Eastern Division regular season 8 games behind the Philadelphia 76ers, not 10 games.

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The San Francisco Warriors concluded the Western Division regular season with a winning record of 44 wins and 37 losses.

Answer: True

Explanation: The San Francisco Warriors finished the Western Division regular season with a record of 44 wins and 37 losses.

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The Chicago Bulls finished last in the Western Division standings for the 1966-67 season.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Detroit Pistons, not the Chicago Bulls, finished last in the Western Division standings for the 1966-67 season.

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Which team secured the best regular season record in the 1966-67 NBA season?

Answer: Philadelphia 76ers

Explanation: The Philadelphia 76ers secured the best regular season record in the 1966-67 NBA season.

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Which team set a league record at the time for total regular season wins with 68 victories in 1966-67?

Answer: Philadelphia 76ers

Explanation: The Philadelphia 76ers set a league record at the time for total regular season wins with 68 victories in 1966-67.

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Which team finished last in the Western Division standings during the 1966-67 regular season?

Answer: Detroit Pistons

Explanation: The Detroit Pistons finished last in the Western Division standings during the 1966-67 regular season.

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Individual Player Statistics and Records

Rick Barry of the San Francisco Warriors led the league in total assists during the 1966-67 regular season.

Answer: False

Explanation: Guy Rodgers of the Chicago Bulls led the league in total assists during the 1966-67 regular season.

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Wilt Chamberlain averaged eight assists per game during the 1966-67 season, setting a record for centers.

Answer: True

Explanation: Wilt Chamberlain's average of eight assists per game during the 1966-67 season established a new league record for centers.

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Wilt Chamberlain set a league record for field goal percentage during the 1966-67 regular season, making 68% of his attempts.

Answer: True

Explanation: Wilt Chamberlain achieved a league-record field goal percentage of 68% during the 1966-67 regular season.

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Hal Greer was the only significant scorer for the Philadelphia 76ers besides Wilt Chamberlain during the 1966-67 season.

Answer: False

Explanation: Hal Greer was a significant scorer, but he was not the only one; Chet Walker and Billy Cunningham also provided substantial offensive contributions for the Philadelphia 76ers in the 1966-67 season.

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Sam Jones and John Havlicek were key scoring support players for Bill Russell on the 1966-67 Boston Celtics.

Answer: True

Explanation: Sam Jones and John Havlicek were indeed key scoring contributors for the 1966-67 Boston Celtics, supporting Bill Russell.

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Nate Thurmond was the leading scorer for the San Francisco Warriors in the 1966-67 season.

Answer: False

Explanation: Rick Barry, not Nate Thurmond, was the leading scorer for the San Francisco Warriors during the 1966-67 season.

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Rick Barry averaged 35.6 points per game and led the league in made field goals during the 1966-67 season.

Answer: True

Explanation: Rick Barry's performance in the 1966-67 season included averaging 35.6 points per game and leading the league in made field goals.

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Nate Thurmond ranked first in the NBA for both rebounds and blocked shots during the 1966-67 season.

Answer: False

Explanation: Nate Thurmond ranked second in the NBA for both rebounds and blocked shots during the 1966-67 season, not first.

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It is impossible to confirm if Wilt Chamberlain achieved quadruple-doubles during the 1966-67 season because steals were not officially recorded.

Answer: False

Explanation: Confirmation of quadruple-doubles for Wilt Chamberlain in the 1966-67 season is impossible because blocked shots, a necessary statistic, were not officially recorded by the league until 1973, not because steals were unrecorded.

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Guy Rodgers of the Chicago Bulls led the league in total assists during the 1966-67 season.

Answer: True

Explanation: Guy Rodgers of the Chicago Bulls was the league leader in total assists for the 1966-67 season.

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Wilt Chamberlain recorded the highest field goal percentage during the 1966-67 regular season, shooting at a .683 clip.

Answer: True

Explanation: Wilt Chamberlain achieved the highest field goal percentage in the 1966-67 regular season, with a .683 clip.

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Adrian Smith of the Cincinnati Royals led the league in free throw percentage during the 1966-67 season.

Answer: True

Explanation: Adrian Smith of the Cincinnati Royals led the league in free throw percentage during the 1966-67 season.

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Rick Barry led the league in total points scored during the 1966-67 regular season.

Answer: True

Explanation: Rick Barry indeed led the league in total points scored during the 1966-67 regular season.

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Which player led the league in total points scored during the 1966-67 regular season?

Answer: Rick Barry

Explanation: Rick Barry of the San Francisco Warriors led the league in total points scored during the 1966-67 regular season.

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Wilt Chamberlain set a league record for centers in 1966-67 by averaging how many assists per game?

Answer: 8.0

Explanation: Wilt Chamberlain set a league record for centers in 1966-67 by averaging eight assists per game.

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What field goal percentage did Wilt Chamberlain achieve during the 1966-67 regular season, setting a league record?

Answer: 68.0%

Explanation: Wilt Chamberlain achieved a league-record field goal percentage of 68% during the 1966-67 regular season.

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Who was the leading scorer for the San Francisco Warriors in the 1966-67 season?

Answer: Rick Barry

Explanation: Rick Barry was the leading scorer for the San Francisco Warriors in the 1966-67 season.

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Nate Thurmond, an emerging center for the Warriors, ranked second in the NBA for both rebounds and blocked shots during 1966-67?

Answer: Rebounds and Blocked Shots

Explanation: Nate Thurmond ranked second in the NBA for both rebounds and blocked shots during the 1966-67 season.

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Why can't quadruple-doubles be confirmed for Wilt Chamberlain in the 1966-67 season?

Answer: Blocked shots were not recorded.

Explanation: Quadruple-doubles cannot be confirmed for Wilt Chamberlain in the 1966-67 season because blocked shots, a necessary statistic, were not officially recorded by the league until 1973.

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Who led the league in total assists during the 1966-67 NBA season?

Answer: Guy Rodgers

Explanation: Guy Rodgers of the Chicago Bulls led the league in total assists during the 1966-67 NBA season.

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Which player led the league in free throw percentage during the 1966-67 season with a .903 success rate?

Answer: Adrian Smith

Explanation: Adrian Smith of the Cincinnati Royals led the league in free throw percentage during the 1966-67 season with a .903 success rate.

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Which player was considered a protégé of Wilt Chamberlain and an emerging star center for the San Francisco Warriors?

Answer: Nate Thurmond

Explanation: Nate Thurmond was considered a protégé of Wilt Chamberlain and emerged as a star center for the San Francisco Warriors.

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Coaching, Draft, and Personnel

The first overall pick in the 1966 NBA draft was Wilt Chamberlain, selected by the Philadelphia 76ers.

Answer: False

Explanation: The first overall selection in the 1966 NBA draft was Cazzie Russell, chosen by the New York Knicks.

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Alex Hannum was the new coach for the Philadelphia 76ers in the 1966-67 season, replacing Dolph Schayes.

Answer: True

Explanation: Alex Hannum assumed the coaching position for the Philadelphia 76ers in the 1966-67 season, succeeding Dolph Schayes.

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Bill Russell transitioned into the role of head coach for the Boston Celtics, stepping down as an active player.

Answer: False

Explanation: Bill Russell transitioned into the role of player/coach for the Boston Celtics in the 1966-67 season, continuing his active playing career while also coaching.

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The Detroit Pistons replaced their coach Dave DeBusschere with Donnie Butcher during the 1966-67 season.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Detroit Pistons did indeed replace their coach Dave DeBusschere with Donnie Butcher during the 1966-67 season.

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Under coach Alex Hannum, Wilt Chamberlain exclusively focused on scoring, similar to his previous role.

Answer: False

Explanation: Under coach Alex Hannum, Wilt Chamberlain's role evolved to emphasize ball-sharing and team involvement, rather than exclusively focusing on scoring.

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Bill Russell was the player/coach for the Los Angeles Lakers during the 1966-67 season.

Answer: False

Explanation: Bill Russell served as the player/coach for the Boston Celtics, not the Los Angeles Lakers, during the 1966-67 season.

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Bill Sharman coached the Boston Celtics during the 1966-67 season.

Answer: False

Explanation: Bill Sharman coached the San Francisco Warriors during the 1966-67 season, not the Boston Celtics.

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Oscar Robertson and Jerry West were both selected for the 1966-67 All-NBA Second Team.

Answer: False

Explanation: Oscar Robertson and Jerry West were selected for the 1966-67 All-NBA First Team, not the Second Team.

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Dave Bing and Cazzie Russell were among the players named to the 1966-67 NBA All-Rookie First Team.

Answer: True

Explanation: Dave Bing and Cazzie Russell were indeed selected for the 1966-67 NBA All-Rookie First Team.

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Who was the top overall selection in the 1966 NBA draft?

Answer: Cazzie Russell

Explanation: The top overall selection in the 1966 NBA draft was Cazzie Russell.

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What unique role did Bill Russell assume for the Boston Celtics in the 1966-67 season?

Answer: Player/Coach

Explanation: Bill Russell assumed the unique role of player/coach for the Boston Celtics during the 1966-67 season.

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Which player's role was significantly altered by coach Alex Hannum in 1966-67 to emphasize ball-sharing?

Answer: Wilt Chamberlain

Explanation: Coach Alex Hannum significantly altered Wilt Chamberlain's role in 1966-67 to emphasize ball-sharing and team involvement.

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Who coached the San Francisco Warriors during the 1966-67 season?

Answer: Bill Sharman

Explanation: Bill Sharman coached the San Francisco Warriors during the 1966-67 season.

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Which of the following players was selected for the 1966-67 All-NBA First Team?

Answer: Wilt Chamberlain

Explanation: Wilt Chamberlain was selected for the 1966-67 All-NBA First Team, alongside Oscar Robertson, Jerry West, Elgin Baylor, and Rick Barry.

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Which of the following players was selected for the 1966-67 All-NBA Second Team?

Answer: Bill Russell

Explanation: Bill Russell was selected for the 1966-67 All-NBA Second Team, along with Hal Greer, Sam Jones, Jerry Lucas, and Willis Reed.

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Postseason and Championship

The San Francisco Warriors won the NBA Championship in the 1966-67 season, defeating the Philadelphia 76ers.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Philadelphia 76ers secured the NBA Championship in the 1966-67 season, defeating the San Francisco Warriors.

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The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Boston Celtics in the Western Division Finals.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Division Finals, not the Western Division Finals.

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The San Francisco Warriors advanced to the NBA Finals by defeating the St. Louis Hawks.

Answer: True

Explanation: The San Francisco Warriors secured their place in the NBA Finals by defeating the St. Louis Hawks in the Western Division Finals.

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The 1967 NBA Finals series score was 4 games to 3 in favor of the Philadelphia 76ers.

Answer: False

Explanation: The 1967 NBA Finals concluded with a series score of 4 games to 2 in favor of the Philadelphia 76ers, not 4-3.

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The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Division Finals by winning the deciding game on the Celtics' home court.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Division Finals, but the deciding game was won on the 76ers' home court in Philadelphia, not on the Celtics' home court.

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Who won the 1966-67 NBA Championship?

Answer: Philadelphia 76ers

Explanation: The Philadelphia 76ers won the 1966-67 NBA Championship.

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In the 1967 playoffs, which two teams faced each other in the Eastern Division Finals?

Answer: Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics

Explanation: The Philadelphia 76ers and the Boston Celtics faced each other in the Eastern Division Finals of the 1967 playoffs.

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Which teams competed in the Western Division Finals of the 1967 playoffs?

Answer: San Francisco Warriors vs. St. Louis Hawks

Explanation: The San Francisco Warriors and the St. Louis Hawks competed in the Western Division Finals of the 1967 playoffs.

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What was the final series score in the 1967 NBA Finals?

Answer: 4 games to 2 (76ers)

Explanation: The final series score in the 1967 NBA Finals was 4 games to 2 in favor of the Philadelphia 76ers.

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Awards and Historical Significance

Wilt Chamberlain of the Philadelphia 76ers was recognized as the Most Valuable Player (MVP) for the 1966-67 NBA season.

Answer: True

Explanation: Wilt Chamberlain was indeed awarded the Most Valuable Player (MVP) honor for the 1966-67 NBA season.

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The Philadelphia 76ers' championship victory in 1967 ended the Boston Celtics' streak of winning five consecutive NBA championships.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Philadelphia 76ers' championship victory in 1967 concluded the Boston Celtics' remarkable streak of eight consecutive NBA championships.

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Bill Russell's appointment as player/coach marked him as the first Caucasian to coach a major American sports franchise.

Answer: False

Explanation: Bill Russell's appointment as player/coach marked him as the first African American to coach a major American sports franchise, not the first Caucasian.

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Johnny Kerr of the Chicago Bulls was awarded the NBA Coach of the Year title for the 1966-67 season.

Answer: True

Explanation: Johnny Kerr, coach of the Chicago Bulls, received the NBA Coach of the Year award for the 1966-67 season.

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Dave Bing of the Detroit Pistons was named the NBA Rookie of the Year for the 1966-67 season.

Answer: True

Explanation: Dave Bing of the Detroit Pistons was honored as the NBA Rookie of the Year for the 1966-67 season.

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The Philadelphia 76ers' 68-13 record was the second-best regular season record in NBA history at that point.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Philadelphia 76ers' 68-13 record was the best regular season record in NBA history at that point, not the second-best.

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The 1967 NBA Finals MVP was Wilt Chamberlain.

Answer: False

Explanation: The provided supporting materials do not confirm Wilt Chamberlain as the MVP of the 1967 NBA Finals. While he was the regular season MVP, the Finals MVP is not specified in the source data.

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Who was awarded the Most Valuable Player (MVP) for the 1966-67 NBA season?

Answer: Wilt Chamberlain

Explanation: Wilt Chamberlain of the Philadelphia 76ers was awarded the Most Valuable Player (MVP) for the 1966-67 NBA season.

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The 1967 NBA Championship win by the Philadelphia 76ers is historically significant for ending which team's dominant streak?

Answer: Boston Celtics

Explanation: The 1967 NBA Championship win by the Philadelphia 76ers is historically significant for ending the Boston Celtics' dominant streak of eight consecutive championships.

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Who was the MVP of the 1967 NBA All-Star Game?

Answer: Rick Barry

Explanation: Rick Barry was the MVP of the 1967 NBA All-Star Game.

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The Philadelphia 76ers' 46-4 record after 50 games was historically significant as:

Answer: The best 50-game start in league history at that time.

Explanation: The Philadelphia 76ers' 46-4 record after 50 games represented the best 50-game start in league history at that point.

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Which player was named the NBA Rookie of the Year for the 1966-67 season?

Answer: Dave Bing

Explanation: Dave Bing of the Detroit Pistons was named the NBA Rookie of the Year for the 1966-67 season.

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What was the significance of Bill Russell becoming the player/coach for the Celtics in 1966-67?

Answer: He became the first African American coach of a major American sports franchise.

Explanation: Bill Russell's appointment as player/coach for the Celtics in 1966-67 was significant as he became the first African American to coach a major American sports franchise.

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Who was awarded the NBA Coach of the Year title for the 1966-67 season?

Answer: Johnny Kerr

Explanation: Johnny Kerr of the Chicago Bulls was awarded the NBA Coach of the Year title for the 1966-67 season.

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The Philadelphia 76ers' 68-13 record in 1966-67 was notable because it was:

Answer: The best regular season record in NBA history up to that point.

Explanation: The Philadelphia 76ers' 68-13 record in 1966-67 was notable because it represented the best regular season record in NBA history up to that point.

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