The 1913–14 NCAA men's basketball season began in December 1913, progressed through the regular season, and concluded in March 1914.

Rule changes

Baskets with open bottoms that allow the ball to fall through become mandatory. Previously, baskets had closed bottoms, requiring the pulling of a rope to release the ball after a

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or successful free throw. The switch to open-bottomed baskets increased the tempo of play and scoring.

Season headlines

* In February 1943, the

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retroactively selected Wisconsin as its national champion for the 1913–14 season. * In 1995, the Premo-Porretta Power Poll retroactively selected Wisconsin as its national champion for the 1913–14 season.

Regular season

Conference winners

Statistical leaders

Awards

Helms College Basketball All-Americans

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Major player of the year awards

* Helms Player of the Year: Gil Halstead,

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(retroactive selection in 1944)

Coaching changes

A number of teams changed coaches during the season and after it ended.

References

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