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Zydrunas Ilgauskas Draft

Big Z, Cavaliers career leader in blocked shots.

Zydrunas Ilgauskas was selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers with the 20th overall pick in the 1996 NBA draft.

Quick Facts

Role: Center
Draft year: 1996
Draft position: 20th Overall
Nationality: Lithuanian-born American
Status: Retired Legend
Primary team: Cleveland Cavaliers

Lore & Background

Ilgauskas was named the most valuable player of the Rookie Challenge during All-Star Weekend in 1997–98.

Reader's Guide

Ilgauskas played for the Cleveland Cavaliers from 1997 to 2010 and for the Miami Heat during the 2010–11 season.

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