He played 16 NBA seasons, including four with Boston from 1972 to 1976.
Former Celtics forward Paul Silas died on Sunday at the age of 79, according to The Boston Globe's Bob Ryan.
I am very sad to report that the Great Paul Silas has died at age 79. To watch him play was a joy. To be his friend was an honor. Silas also played for the St. Louis and Atlanta Hawks, the Phoenix Suns, the Denver Nuggets and the Seattle SuperSonics.Sign up for NECN newsletters. Silas was instrumental in helping the Celtics win their first championships after Bill Russell retired. In his four seasons with the team, Silas averaged 11.5 points and 12.3 rebounds per game to help the Celtics win two titles .
Throughout his career, Silas was a three-time champion , two-time All-Star , two-time All-Defensive First Team and three-time All-Defensive Second Team .U.S. & World
Belgique Dernières Nouvelles, Belgique Actualités
Similar News:Vous pouvez également lire des articles d'actualité similaires à celui-ci que nous avons collectés auprès d'autres sources d'information.
Celtics-Warriors rematch: Who guards Jayson Tatum, which team's identity is ready?This is more than an NBA Finals rematch. The Celtics can show a national audience they’re the top dog in the league. The Warriors can let everyone know rumors of their demise are overblown. JaredWeissNBA sets the stage.
Lire la suite »
Steph Curry Says Warriors Sent a Message to Celtics With WinThere’s a sizable record gap between the Warriors and Celtics, but that didn’t stop Steph Curry and his teammates from delivering a statement Saturday night at Chase Center.
Lire la suite »
Paul Heaton consoles England fans with triumphant Manchester showThe Housemartins and Beautiful South singer had a job to lift fans' spirits but managed to do so with his amazing music
Lire la suite »
Paul Whelan: US and Russia to explore more prisoner swapsPresident Joe Biden's administration tells Paul Whelan, convicted of espionage, to 'keep the faith'.
Lire la suite »
Former Police Officer Sentenced 3.5 Years in George Floyd CaseThe former Minneapolis police officer who kneeled on George Floyd’s back while another officer kneeled on the Black man’s neck was sentenced Friday to 3 1/2 years in prison
Lire la suite »