Epic Scoring Duel of 1978: George Gervin vs. David Thompson

Epic Scoring Duel of 1978: George Gervin vs. David Thompson

Published: April 9, 2026

Duration: 9:57

On April 9, 1978, basketball history was made as George “Iceman” Gervin and David “Skywalker” Thompson battled for the closest scoring title in NBA history. Thompson dazzled with a jaw-dropping 73-point game, only for Gervin to respond hours later with 63 points, clinching the title by a mere 0.07 points. This episode dives into their legendary performances, the stakes, and how this duel shaped basketball’s modern era. Relive the drama, suspense, and brilliance of two Hall of Famers who pushed each other to greatness.

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