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September 26th- Wilt Chamberlain signs with the ABA San Diego Conquistadors

By: Matthew Mendives, Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 26, 2019
Wilt Chamberlain took his talent to the San Diego Conquistadors on this day in 1973
Wilt Chamberlain took his talent to the San Diego Conquistadors on this day in 1973

On this day in 1973 NBA legend Wilt Chamberlain signed with the ABA San Diego Conquistadors. The year before he had a statline of 13 points, 18 rebounds and 4 rebounds on 73 percent shooting with the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Matthew Mendives
Matthew Mendives, Co-Editor-in-Chief
Matthew Mendives is a 18 year old senior who was born September 24,2002. He lived in Plainsboro, New Jersey for one year then moved to Linden, New Jersey. In 6 grade he moved from Linden to Colonia and has lived there ever since. He is a huge fan of the New York Yankees and watches almost every game. His favorite player currently is Brett Gardner due to his hustle and how hard he plays. In baseball's off season, he watches basketball and football. He is a fan of the Brooklyn Nets and the New York Giants. His favorite school subject is English and his goal is to become a sports reporter. 

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