Winning Time

LeBron James set another NBA record for total wins in the regular season and playoffs with 1,229, passing Kareem Abdul Jabbar. Third on the list is Tim Duncan with 1,158.

Who held the NBA record for most career wins before Kareem Abdul Jabbar?

  • Bill Russell
  • Jerry West
  • John Havlicek
  • Wilt Chamberlain
  • Howie “Butch” Komives

Answer: John Havlicek.

Honda played in the 1960s and 70s when there were less playoff rounds and because of that now ranks 13th on the total wins list.

Here’s the top 25 for most career wins from Stat Muse.