What is the Harlem Globetrotters win/loss record?
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Asked by: Boris Phillips
Yes. In fact, the Globetrotters have lost 345 games over the course of nine decades. However, with 27,000 wins, the Globetrotters do own the best winning percentage (. 987) in the history of professional sports.
Who have the Harlem Globetrotters lost to?
The team that is never supposed to lose faced some of its stiffest competition in nearly 40 years as the Trotters fell to fifth-ranked Michigan State, 72-68. It was the Globetrotters’ first defeat to a collegiate team since 1962. Tyrone Brown and the Harlem Globetrotters can play a little along with the tricks.
When have the Harlem Globetrotters lost?
On September 12, 1995, in Vienna, Austria, the Harlem Globetrotters tip off the third game of an 11-game exhibition series in Europe against a team of retired basketball stars led by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, aptly named “Kareem’s All-Stars.” Unlike the previous 8,829 games, the Globetrotters lose, 91-85—the team’s first
What teams have beaten the Harlem Globetrotters?
Beating the Harlem Globetrotters
Figures vary as to exactly how often the Generals have beaten their rivals. Some reports say six, while the team’s official website reports having three victories over the Globetrotters, one each in 1954, 1958 and 1971.
How many records do the Harlem Globetrotters have?
Following two exhausting days of record attempts, the Harlem Globetrotters successfully achieved 18 out of the 22 records attempted, verified by official adjudicators Chrissy Fernandez and Andy Glass.
Has anyone beat the Harlem Globetrotters?
The Generals beat the Globetrotters once
They weren’t hitting shots, their opponents were. As often happens, everybody stopped looking at the scoreboard to watch the fun things the Globetrotters were doing — until with a few minutes left, the Globetrotters realized they were down 12.
Are Globetrotters games fixed?
* The Globetrotters games are all considered exhibition games (they’re not in a league and the games don’t count), but since the players are paid and the games aren’t fixed, the Globetrotters are considered a professional team.
How much do Globetrotters make a year?
Harlem Globetrotters employees earn $73,000 annually on average, or $35 per hour, which is 10% higher than the national salary average of $66,000 per year.
Can the Harlem Globetrotters play in the NBA?
The Harlem Globetrotters have an indelible mark on the NBA
Another Globetrotter, Chuck Cooper, became the first Black draftee by an NBA team when he was selected by the Boston Celtics the same year. Completing the trifecta, Earl Lloyd was a Harlem Globetrotter before becoming the first Black to play in an NBA game.
Who is the most famous Harlem Globetrotter?
WILT CHAMBERLAIN
One of the most famous and dominant players in Harlem Globetrotters history, Wilt “The Stilt” Chamberlain began his professional career in 1958 when the Globetrotters signed the University of Kansas standout to one of the largest contracts in sports.
Did Wilt Chamberlain play for the Globetrotters?
The legendary Wilt Chamberlain was part of that historic Soviet Union tour, as the Hall of Famer played a full season with the Globetrotters in 1958-59. After starting his NBA career, he still played parts of several other seasons with the Globetrotters, joining the team when he could between NBA seasons.
Are there any white Harlem Globetrotters?
There have been three white Harlem Globetrotters beginning with Abe Saperstein who was there first SUBSTITUTE player. There have been three white Harlem Globetrotters beginning with Abe Saperstein who was there first SUBSTITUTE player.
