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76. Zydrunas Ilgauskas

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76. Zydrunas Ilgauskas
A longtime member of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Zydrunas Ilgauskas brought his tall frame from Lithuania and became one of the top offensive rebounders in the league. He was also adept at blocking and at his prime pumped in a 15 point plus average and was often considered the top part of LeBron James’ supporting cast. The Lithuanian likely won’t make the Hall of Fame, but had Cleveland won the Finals, would he be in the conversation?

 

Should Zydrunas Ilgauskas be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 47.9%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 17.8%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 12.3%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 21.9%

The Bullet Points

  • Country of Origin: Kaunas, Lithuania
  • Eligible Since: Friday, 01 January 2016
  • Position: Center
  • Played For: Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat
  • Drafted: 1st Round, 20th Overall in 1996
  • Major Accolades and Awards: NBA All-Star (2) (2003 & 2005)
    NBA All-Rookie First Team (1997-98)
    Most Offensive Rebounds (1) (2004-05)
    NBA Championships (None)
  • Other Points of Note: Top Ten Finishes: Offensive Rebounds (6) (1997-98, 2003-04, 2004-05, 2005-06, 2006-07 & 2007-08)
    Top Ten Finishes: Blocks (2) (2003-04 & 2004-05)
    Top Ten Finishes: Blocks per Game (2) (2003-04 & 2004-05)
    Top Ten Finishes: Defensive Rating (3) (1997-98, 2006-07 & 2007-08)
    Top Ten Finishes: Total Rebound Percentage (1) (1997-98)
    Top Ten Finishes: Offensive Rebound Percentage (6) (1997-98, 2003-04, 2004-05, 2005-06, 2006-07 & 2007-08)
    Top Ten Finishes: Block Percentage (1) (2003-04)
  • Notable All-time Rankings: 23. Offensive Rebound Percentage: 12.4
    32. Block Percentage: 4.3
    52. Blocks: 1,327
    55. Blocks per Game: 1.6
    58. Offensive Rebounds: 2,444
    97. Total Rebound Percentage: 15.7

Should Zydrunas Ilgauskas be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 47.9%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 17.8%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 12.3%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 21.9%

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