1952–53 Syracuse Nationals season

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Head coach Al Cervi Record 47–24 (.662)		Arena Onondaga War Memorial
Place Division: 2nd (Eastern) Playoff finish East Division Semifinals(eliminated 0–2)

The 1952-53 NBA season was the Nationals' fourth season in the NBA.

Season standings

x – clinched playoff spot

(2) Syracuse Nationals vs. (3) Boston Celtics: Celtics win series 2-0

Game 1 @ Syracuse: Boston 87, Syracuse 81

Game 2 @ Boston: Boston 111, Syracuse 105 (4OT)

Last Playoff Meeting: This is the first meeting between the Nationals and Celtics.

Dolph Schayes, All-NBA First Team

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