The Minneapolis Lakers defeated the Syracuse Nationals, 79 to 68, in Game 1 of the 1954 NBA Finals on March 31, 1954.

The Minneapolis Lakers defeated the Syracuse Nationals, 79 to 68, in Game 1 of the 1954 NBA Finals on March 31, 1954.
Nationals
Lakers
FG Made - Attempted
23-60
32-71
Field Goal %
38.3
45.1
3PT Made - Attempted
3PT %
FT Made - Attempted
22-31
15-18
Free Throw %
71.0
83.3
Rebounds
36
42
Offensive Rebounds
Defensive Rebounds
Assists
14
18
Steals
Blocks
Turnovers
Personal Fouls
17
24