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Tag Archives: New York Rens

The Original Celtics (Part I), 1949

If the Celtics had a great tradition, they also had a bizarre one.

Posted bybobkuskaJune 9, 2022June 10, 2022Posted inUncategorizedTags:Benny Borgeman, Carl Husta, Dutch Dehnert, Jim Furey, Joe Lapchick, Johnny Beckman, Johnny Witte, Nat Hickey, Nat Holman, New York Rens, Original Celtics, Pete Barry, Tom MeanyLeave a comment on The Original Celtics (Part I), 1949

New York Rens: How Sweet It Is, 1925

As the final seconds ticked down on the game, Harlem rose as one—young and old, native and foreign born. Their Rens were about to defeat the greatest legends of the white game 37-30, and how sweet it was.

Posted bybobkuskaFebruary 10, 2022Posted inUncategorizedTags:1920s basketball, Black basketball, Bob Douglas, Fat Jenkins, New York Rens, Original Celtics, Renaissance Big FiveLeave a comment on New York Rens: How Sweet It Is, 1925
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