The Minneapolis Lakers were defeated by the New York Knicks, 96 to 88, in Game 1 of the 1953 NBA Finals on April 4, 1953.

The Minneapolis Lakers were defeated by the New York Knicks, 96 to 88, in Game 1 of the 1953 NBA Finals on April 4, 1953.
Knicks
Lakers
FG Made - Attempted
30-70
33-86
Field Goal %
42.9
38.4
3PT Made - Attempted
3PT %
FT Made - Attempted
36-47
22-33
Free Throw %
76.6
66.7
Rebounds
Offensive Rebounds
Defensive Rebounds
Assists
Steals
Blocks
Turnovers
Personal Fouls
25
35