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Founded
The Basketball Association of America was founded in 1946 by owners of the major ice hockey arenas in the Northeastern and Midwestern United States and Canada. -
League Name
The league adopted the name National Basketball Association -
First All-Star Games
The East defeats the West 111-94 in the first ever All-Star game -
Naismith Hall of Fame
The Naismith Hall of Fame was formed -
Wilt Chamberlain
Wilt Chamberlain score 100 points in one games. Most points ever scored in a single game. -
3 Point Line
The 3 point line was added to the NBA -
New Commisioner
David Stern becomes the 4th and current commisioner. -
Expansion
The NBA adds teams to Charlotte, Miami, Minnesota, and Orlando. -
Tallest Non-American Drafted Player
Yao Ming is selected by the Houston Rockets first overall, being the highest drafted non-American player. -
NBA Lockout
The NBA heads into lockout after both the players and owners cannot agree with each other
