 On February 21, 1970, he scored 51 points in a 140-127 win over the SuperSonics.Alcindor was an instant star, ranking second in the league in scoring (28.8 ppg) and third in rebounding (14.5 rpg), for which he was awarded the title of NBA Rookie of the Year.In the series-clinching game against the 76ers, he recorded 46 points and 25 rebounds.