Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
This goo was worth a point in March 2024.
publication date: Saturday, March 16, 2024 (part of March 2024)
category: 
Sports
clue: His unstoppable, sky-high hook shot made him one of the top-scoring players in NBA history.
explanation: Abdul-Jabbar's record for most career points stood from his 1989 retirement until 2023. He was known for his "skyhook," an unblockable shot made possible by his great height. more…
intended difficulty: very easy
solved by: Russ Wilhelm, Steve West, LaVonne Lemler, and Richard Slominsky
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