Wichita State take the belt

Wichita State beat Bradley 89–88 at home to start reign 74 of the College Basketball belt, the 2nd for the program.

Bradley had held it since January 5, 1962, with 3 defenses over 14 days.

Wichita State held it for 7 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Louisville on January 26, 1962.