EuroBasket 1947

The 1947 FIBA European Championship, commonly called FIBA EuroBasket 1947, was the fifth FIBA EuroBasket regional basketball championship, held by FIBA. Fourteen national teams affiliated with the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) took part in the competition. Czechoslovakia hosted the contest, which was held in Prague.

EuroBasket 1947
Tournament details
Host countryCzechoslovakia
CityPrague
Dates27 April – 3 May
Teams14
Venue(s)1 (in 1 host city)
Final positions
Champions Soviet Union (1st title)
Runners-up Czechoslovakia
Third place Egypt
Fourth place Belgium
Tournament statistics
MVP Joann Lõssov
Top scorer Jacques Perrier
(13.7 points per game)
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