1952-53 Minneapolis Lakers Team Statistics and Final Standings

1952-1953 NBA Season Minneapolis Lakers LA Team George Mikan Vintage Print Photo
1953 Lakers·Bob Harrison·George Mikan·Howie Schultz·Jim Holstein·Jim Pollard·John Kundla·Lew Hitch·Max Winter·Pep Saul·Slater Martin·Vern Mikkelsen·Whitey Skoog·
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The 1952-53 NBA season witnessed the Minneapolis Lakers crowned as champions, highlighted in this page from the 1969 Official NBA Guide. A detailed team photograph showcases the winning roster, featuring notable players such as George Mikan, often regarded as a pioneer of modern basketball. The team, coached by John Kundla, included Slater Martin, Frank Saul, Jim Holsetin, Vern Mikkelsen, Lew Hitch, Jim Pollard, Bob Harrison, and Whitey Skoog, with assistant coach Dave McMillan. The standings reflect the Lakers' dominance in the Western Division, where they finished first with a record of 51 wins and 17 losses. Their offensive achievements are documented, alongside team statistics such as field goals made, rebounds, and points per game.