Washington Capitols vs Pittsburgh Ironmen – Monday, February 10, 1947 NBA Game Recap
On Monday, February 10, 1947 , the Washington Capitols vs Pittsburgh Ironmen NBA Game Recap documents an early professional basketball matchup played during the league’s inaugural 1946–47 season. The game was held at Duquesne Gardens and featured two of the league’s original franchises.
Game Summary
The Pittsburgh Ironmen , Won against the Washington Capitols by a final score of 69 to 75.
The Pittsburgh Ironmen made 30Â field goals and 15Â free throws, while the Washington Capitols recorded 23Â field goals and 23Â free throws.
Coaches
For the Paul Birch – Head Coach, Pittsburgh Ironmen
For the Red Auerbach – Head Coach, Washington Capitols
Players
The game featured the following players:
Pittsburgh Ironmen Players
John Abramovic
Moe Becker
Michael Bytzura
Joe Fabel
Nat Frankel
Gorham Getchell
Coulby Gunther
Noble Jorgensen
Roger Jorgensen
Tony Kappen
Press Maravich
Ed Melvin
Red Mihalik
Walt Miller
John Mills
Stan Noszka
Harry Zeller
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 Duquesne Gardens, one of the original venues used during the NBA’s first season.
Washington Capitols vs Pittsburgh Ironmen – Monday, February 10, 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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