James Burns
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| Position | Shooting guard |
| Height / weight | 1.91 m / 88 kg |
| Born | 21 Sept 1945 (75 years) |
| Nationality |  United States |
| Nickname | Jim |
James Burns was an American professional basketball player who played briefly in both the National Basketball Association and the American Basketball Association before becoming an attorney and public servant. He briefly played for the Chicago Bulls, and Dallas Chaparrals.
Player Profile
James B. Burns was born on September 21, 1945, in Quincy, Illinois, and passed away on December 11, 2020. He was 75 years old.He stood 191 cm tall and his weight was last listed at 88 kg. He shot right and played shooting guard throughout his career.
High School and College Career
Burns attended McLeansboro High School in McLeansboro, Illinois. He then played college basketball at Northwestern University from 1964 to 1967, where he earned Third-team All-American honors from AP and NABC, and First-Team All-Big Ten selection in 1967.Professional Career
Burns was selected by the Chicago Bulls in the fourth round of the 1967 NBA Draft. He played briefly for the Bulls in 1967 before joining the Dallas Chaparrals of the ABA for the 1967-68 season.After his basketball career, he became an attorney and served as the inspector general for the Illinois Secretary of State. He served the office from 1993 to 1997.
Career Highlights:
- 1967 - Third-team All-American (AP, NABC)
- 1967 - First-team All-Big Ten
James Burns FAQ
Where did James Burns play college basketball?
He played college basketball in Northwestern University, where he earned All-American and All-Big Ten honors.
How long did Burns play professionally?
He has played for only one season, split between the Chicago Bulls (NBA) and Dallas Chaparrals (ABA).
What did Burns do after his basketball career?
He became an attorney and served as inspector general for the Illinois Secretary of State.