ZYDRUNAS
ILGAUSKAS
#11 -
C
Ht/Wt
7’3’’,
260 lbs
Experience
13
years
Debut
1996-97
Born
Jun 5, 1975
(49 yrs)
Kaunas, Lithuania
Drafted
Drafted by Cleveland in 1996 (1/20).
From
Lithuanian League
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2011-09-30 |
Announced his retirement.
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| 2011-06-22 |
Exercised his contract option with the Miami Heat for next season.
|
| 2011-03-27 |
Missed 7 games (foot injury).
|
| 2011-03-12 |
Foot injury, day-to-day.
|
| 2010-07-17 |
Signed as a free agent by the Miami Heat to a two-year contract.
|
Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NBA | All-Rookie First Team All-Rookie First Team | 1997-98 |
| NBA | MVP of Rookie Game MVP of Rookie Game | 1997-98 |
| NBA | Played in the All-Star Game Played in the All-Star Game | 2004-05, 2002-03 |
Scouting Report
Brought excellent mobility, skill, and touch for someone 7-foot-3. Always shot a consistent and fluid jumper, drawing defenders out of the paint. Was a good rebounder & shot-blocker. Usually hit his free throws. Smart, and a positive clubhouse presence. Foul-prone. Despite good rebounding and blocks totals he was more a finesse center than a power guy. Disappeared in some games and durability was an issue throughout his career.
Long Range Potential: Skilled star center.
