Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s signature skyhook shot is heralded as the greatest weapon in basketball history, evolving throughout his career to become nearly unstoppable. Despite its effectiveness, a select few players managed to block it, including legends like Wilt Chamberlain, Bill Walton, and Hakeem Olajuwon, though these instances were rare over his 20-year career. Julius Erving also reportedly blocked a skyhook, although the footage is elusive. Overall, Abdul-Jabbar had the skyhook blocked less than once a year on average.
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