Chicago Stags take the belt

Chicago Stags beat Boston Celtics 107–82 on the road to start reign 80 of the NBA belt, the 14th for the franchise.

Boston Celtics had held it since March 15, 1949, with 0 defenses over 1 days.

Chicago Stags held it for 7 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Los Angeles Lakers on March 23, 1949.