It has been alleged that some Fort Wayne players conspired with gamblers to throw the series to Syracuse. The suspicious nature of the seventh game in particular has raised concerns about the legitimacy of the series. Fort Wayne led Syracuse 41–24 early in the second quarter, then allowed the Nationals to rally to win the game.
Some Fort Wayne players are suspected of colluding with gamblers to lose the series to Syracuse. The unusual circumstances surrounding the seventh game have raised doubts about the fairness of the series. Fort Wayne had a 41–24 lead over Syracuse early in the second quarter, but allowed the Nationals to come back and win the game.