12/11/2022
Silas was a two-time All-Star and five-time All-Defensive team selection over 16 NBA seasons as a rugged power forward with the Hawks, Celtics, Supersonics, Suns, and Nuggets.
A three-time All-American at Creighton, Silas was elected to the College Basketball Hall of Fame in 2017.
“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,” longtime Boston Globe columnist Bob Ryan tweeted on Sunday morning.
“RIP to Hall of Famer, 3X NBA Champion, and my guy Paul Silas,” Magic Johnson tweeted. “Paul made a huge contribution to the game of basketball and will be sorely missed! Cookie and I send our prayers and condolences to the entire Silas family.”
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