Washington Capitols vs Toronto Huskies – Friday, January 31, 1947 NBA Game Recap
On Friday, January 31, 1947 , the Washington Capitols vs Toronto Huskies NBA Game Recap documents an early professional basketball matchup played during the league’s inaugural 1946–47 season. The game was held at Maple Leafs Garden and featured two of the league’s original franchises.
Game Summary
The Toronto Huskies , Won against the Washington Capitols by a final score of 74 to 83.
The Toronto Huskies made 33Â field goals and 17Â free throws, while the Washington Capitols recorded 28Â field goals and 18Â free throws.
Coaches
For the Red Rolfe – Head Coach, Toronto Huskies
For the Red Auerbach – Head Coach, Washington Capitols
Players
The game featured the following players:
Toronto Huskies Players
Hank Biasatti
Bob Fitzgerald
Dick Fitzgerald
Frank Fucarino
Kleggie Hermsen
Charlie Hoefer
Roy Hurley
Ed Kasid
Mike McCarron
Nat Militzok
Harry Miller
Leo Mogus
Bob Mullens
George Nostrand
Ed Sadowski
Dick Schulz
Ralph Siewert
Gino Sovran
Red Wallace
Ray Wertis
Washington Capitols Players
Red Auerbach
Bob Feerick
Gene Gallette
Bob Gantt
Ben Goldfaden
Ken Keller
Al Lujack
John Mahnken
Bones McKinney
Al Negratti
Johnny Norlander
Buddy O’Grady
Marty Passaglia
Fred Scolari
Irv Torgoff
Arena
The game was played at Maple Leafs Garden, one of the original venues used during the NBA’s first season.
Washington Capitols vs Toronto Huskies – Friday, January 31, 1947 NBA Game Recap remains part of the historical record from the NBA’s inaugural season, capturing the early structure, scoring, and personnel of professional basketball in the 1946-1947 season.
More resources:
For more on the 1946-1947 Season visit – Pro Basketball Reference
The NBA 1946 – 1947 Season – NBAÂ
WIKI – 1946 and 1947 Season
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