Hal Greer

Hal Greer was the steady brilliance behind the 1967 Philadelphia 76ers — the team that ended the Boston Celtics' eight-year championship streak and is considered one of the greatest single-season teams in NBA history. Alongside Wilt Chamberlain, Greer averaged 22.1 points per game during that championship season and was the team's most reliable perimeter scorer.

Greer was a 10-time All-Star who played his entire 15-year career with the same franchise (Syracuse/Philadelphia), scoring 21,586 career points with a mid-range jumper that was his signature weapon. Uniquely, Greer shot his free throws as jump shots — a quirk that was entirely his own and somehow produced an 80.1% career rate. His consistency was remarkable: he averaged between 19 and 24 points per game for 10 consecutive seasons.

Greer's 1968 All-Star Game MVP performance — 21 points in the second half to lead the East to victory — highlighted his ability to elevate his game in big moments. His longevity, consistency, and championship contribution make him one of the most accomplished guards of the 1960s.