Phoenix Suns' Monty Williams And Houston Rockets Coach Stephen Silas Share Emotional Moment
The Miami Heat play the Houston Rockets Thursday, but it will continue a week of emotions for Rockets coach Stephen Silas.
Silas learned his father, Paul, died Sunday. He was 79. Silas won three NBA championships during his playing career.
The younger Silas coach the Rockets to victory against the Phoenix Suns Tuesday. After the game, Silas and Suns coach Monty Williams shared an emotional that captivated the NBA. Williams lost his wife in a car accident in 2016.
The Heat play the Oklahoma City Thunder Wednesday before facing the Rockets.
"We mourn the passing of former NBA All-Star and head coach Paul Silas," NBA commissioner Adam Silver said. "Paul's lasting contributions to the game are seen through the many players and coaches he inspired, including his son, Rockets head coach Stephen Silas. We send our deepest condolences to Paul's family."
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