About James Silas
James Edward Silas (born February 11, 1949) is an American former professional basketball player, who played the point guard position. Born in Tallulah, Louisiana, Silas played the majority of his career with the Dallas Chaparrals/San Antonio Spurs of the ABA/NBA. His nicknames include "the Snake", "Captain Late" and "the Late Mr. Silas", the latter two referring to the fact that Silas seemed to play his best late in games. == Career == === College === Silas played college basketball at Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas. In his senior year Silas led the Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks to a 29–1 record, averaging 30.7 points per game. Silas was also named an NAIA All-American twice in his college career. === Professional === Silas was drafted in the fifth round of the 1972 NBA draft by the Houston Rockets. However, he was waived by the Rockets before the 1972–73 season even began. Babe McCarthy, who was coaching the Dallas Chaparrals of the American Basketball Association (ABA) at the time, decided to take a chance on Silas after the ABA team he was originally drafted by in the sixth round of the 1972 ABA draft, the Pittsburgh Condors, folded operations, and Silas signed with the Chaparrals in November 1972. Silas would prove his worth for the franchise, and at the end of the season he was named to the ABA All-Rookie team.
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