Bradley take the belt

Bradley beat Wichita State 70–63 at home to start reign 73 of the College Basketball belt, the 1st for the program.

Wichita State had held it since December 17, 1961, with 2 defenses over 19 days.

Bradley held it for 14 days and 3 defenses, then lost it to Wichita State on January 19, 1962.