New York Knicks take the belt

New York Knicks beat St. Louis Bombers 71–56 at home to start reign 38 of the NBA belt, the 6th for the franchise.

St. Louis Bombers had held it since December 4, 1947, with 0 defenses over 4 days.

New York Knicks held it for 7 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Golden State Warriors on December 15, 1947.