Sharman was soon in purple and gold, bringing with him a series of innovative coaching techniques and leadership style that would help produce one of the greatest seasons in NBA history. “Bill ...

The longest winning streak in NBA history belongs to the Los Angeles Lakers, who achieved an impressive record of 33 ...

2014 — The Philadelphia 76ers tie the NBA record for futility with their 26th straight loss, falling 120-98 to the Houston Rockets. Philadelphia matches the 2010-11 Cleveland Cavaliers for the NBA’s ...

Selected as one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History during the league’s 50th anniversary season (1996-97), Bill Sharman spent 23 years as a Special Consultant with the Lakers. Providing ...

1960 — The Boston Celtics score a then NBA Finals record 76 points in the first half a 140-122 win over the St. Louis Hawks. Tom Heinsohn (24), Bill Sharman (23), Frank Ramsey (22) and Bob Cousy ...