Belt game 1,951 · April 15, 1969 · playoffs
Atlanta Hawks take the belt
Atlanta Hawks beat Los Angeles Lakers 99–86 at home to start reign 870 of the NBA belt, the 85th for the franchise.
Los Angeles Lakers had held it since March 31, 1969, with 5 defenses over 15 days.
Atlanta Hawks held it for 2 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Los Angeles Lakers on April 17, 1969.
870Reign number
85Team's reign
0Defenses
2Days held