The start of the NBA By Christopher CC Nov 1, 1941 The star of the NBA (http://www.timetoast.com) Apr 23, 1950 The Minneapolis Lakers become the first team to win back-to-back championships. (http://www.timetoast.com) Mar 2, 1962 Wilt Chamberlain scores a NBA record 100 Points in a game vs. New York. (http://www.timetoast.com) Oct 12, 1979 Celtics guard Chris Ford hits the NBA's first three pointer. (http://www.timetoast.com) Apr 20, 1986 Michael Jordan scores a playoff high 63 points in a loss to the Celtics. ](http://www.timetoast.com Feb 9, 1997 The NBA announces its 50 greatest players (http://www.timetoast.com)