otherOctober 3, 2004
Jackson hosted NBA for 1958 exhibition contest
While St. Louis' time as an NBA city was short -- 14 seasons from 1955 to 1968 -- the Hawks' stay was filled with success. The St. Louis Hawks won a championship in the 1957-58 season, defeating the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals. The Celtics went on to win eight straight championships after losing to St. Louis...
While St. Louis' time as an NBA city was short -- 14 seasons from 1955 to 1968 -- the Hawks' stay was filled with success.
The St. Louis Hawks won a championship in the 1957-58 season, defeating the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals. The Celtics went on to win eight straight championships after losing to St. Louis.
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On the heels of their world championship, St. Louis made a stop in Jackson on Oct. 6, 1958, for an exhibition game with the Philadelphia Warriors at Jackson High School. St. Louis did not disappoint the local fans, winning 103-85.
Making the NBA's stop in Southeast Missouri more special for basketball fans was a strong performance from Puxico High School star Win Wilfong, who scored 16 points for the Hawks. NBA legend Bob Petit led the Hawks with 18 points, while the Warriors were led by Paul Arizin with 21.
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