1941 World Professional Basketball Tournament
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The 1941 World Professional Basketball Tournament was the 3rd edition of the World Professional Basketball Tournament. It was held in Chicago, Illinois, during the days of 15–19 March 1941 and featured 15 teams. It was won by the Detroit Eagles who defeated the Oshkosh All-Stars 39–37 in the championship game.[1] The New York Rens came in third after beating the Toledo White Huts 57–42 in the third-place game.[2] Buddy Jeannette of the Detroit Eagles was named the tournaments Most Valuable Player.
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1941 | |
Tournament information | |
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Location | Chicago, Illinois |
Dates | 15 March–19 March |
Venue(s) | International Amphitheater |
Teams | 16 |
Final positions | |
Champions | Detroit Eagles |
1st runner-up | Oshkosh All-Stars |
2nd runner-up | New York Rens |
Tournament statistics | |
MVP | Buddy Jeannette |
Top scorer(s) | Chuck Chuckovits |
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