Philadelphia Warriors take the belt

Philadelphia Warriors beat Chicago Stags 103–88 at home to start reign 85 of the NBA belt, the 11th for the franchise.

Chicago Stags had held it since November 12, 1949, with 3 defenses over 6 days.

Philadelphia Warriors held it for 1 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to New York Knicks on November 19, 1949.