Cavs Tempt Wilt to Make a Comeback

November 17, 1979

Cleveland Cavaliers are waiting to hear if Wilt Chamberlain, the most  prolific scorer in National Basketball Association history, will end his six-year retirement and sign a lucrative contract. Cleveland owner Nick Mileti has offered the 7-foot 2-inch centre a two-year contract with a  first-year salary of about $150,000, plus many incentive bonuses based on performance. Chamberlain, 43, would become the oldest player ever to compete in the NBA if he signs with the Cavaliers