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Paul Silas

American basketball player and coach (1943-2022) · United States · On the map · Basketball Players · Died at 79

Paul Theron Silas was an American professional basketball player and head coach in the National Basketball Association (NBA). As a player, he was a two-time NBA All-Star and earned five selections to the NBA All-Defensive Team, including twice on the first team.

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ClubYearsMatchesGoals
Seattle SuperSonics1977-1980
Denver Nuggets1976-1977
Boston Celtics1972-1976
Phoenix Suns1969-1972
Creighton Bluejays men's basketball1961-1964

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He won three NBA championships: two with the Boston Celtics and one with the Seattle SuperSonics. Silas is the leader in most rebounds per game with 12.1 in Suns franchise history.

Country
United States
Category
Basketball Players
Type
Basketball Player
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1943 to 2022 · aged 79