Belt game 139 · November 6, 1948
Washington Capitols take the belt
Washington Capitols beat Minneapolis Lakers 67–62 at home to start reign 65 of the NBA belt, the 8th for the franchise.
Minneapolis Lakers had held it since November 4, 1948, with 0 defenses over 2 days.
Washington Capitols held it for 31 days and 12 defenses, then lost it to Indianapolis Jets on December 7, 1948.
65Reign number
8Team's reign
12Defenses
31Days held