When did the Chicago Stags win their division title in 1947?
The Chicago Stags won their division title on the 31st of March 1947 after defeating the St. Louis Bombers 73 to 66 in overtime.
Questions about Chicago Stags
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Why did the Chicago Stags fold in 1950?
The Chicago Stags folded because financial pressure and an inability to repay a $40,000 loan led to foreclosure actions by league president Maurice Podoloff.
Who purchased the Chicago Stags franchise in June 1950?
Abe Saperstein purchased the Chicago Stags franchise in June 1950 as owner of the Harlem Globetrotters before withdrawing his offer in September.
Which players from the Chicago Stags were inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame?
Andy Phillip was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1961 while coach Harold Olsen received his honor in 1959 for their time with the Chicago Stags.
What dates did the Chicago Bulls wear Chicago Stags uniforms during the Hardwood Classics program?
The Chicago Bulls wore replicas of the 1946 Stags uniforms on the 5th of December 2005, the 22nd of February 2006, and the 16th of April 2006.