Zydrunas Ilgauskas

Basketball player and NBA All-Star

Zydrunas Ilgauskas - Basketball player and NBA All-Star
Born

June 5th, 1975
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Began professional basketball career in the NBA with the Cleveland Cavaliers after being selected 20th overall in the 1996 Draft. Played 11 seasons with the Cavaliers, becoming one of the team's all-time leading scorers and rebounders. Secured an NBA All-Star selection in 2003. Also played for the Miami Heat, contributing to the team's success in winning the 2012 NBA Championship. Recognized for exceptional height and skill in the center position.

2× NBA All-Star selection

NBA Championship with Miami Heat in 2012

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