Dallas Chaparrals

The Dallas Chaparrals were a professional basketball team that played in the American Basketball Association (ABA) from 1967 to 1973. Based in Dallas, Texas, they were one of the original teams in the ABA, which was known for its innovative style of play and colorful personalities. The Chaparrals eventually struggled to attract fans and moved to San Antonio in 1973, becoming the San Antonio Spurs, a franchise that has enjoyed great success in the NBA. The Chaparrals are remembered as a significant part of basketball history in the early days of the ABA.