“There was some talk leading up to everything. Ilgauskas said it was “special” to have James in attendance. Lebron James, who was invited by Ilgauskas, said that the 7’3 gentle giant was “probably one of the most talented guys I ever played with”. Ilgauskas became the seventh player in team history to receive the honor, joining Austin Carr, Nate Thurmond, Bobby “Bingo” Smith, Larry Nance, Brad Daugherty and Mark Price in having his number raised to the rafters of Quicken Loans Arena. Ilgauskas overcame serious injuries and personal tragedy to become one of the Cavaliers’ best and most beloved players.Īt the ceremony in attendance were his wife, Jennifer, and their adopted sons, Deividas and Povilas, along with his parents, friends, former Cleveland Cavs owner Gordon Gund, as well as former teammate Lebron James, and former Cavs players Larry Nance, Austin Carr and Walt Frazier. ![]() ![]() ![]() So, on March 8, the International Women’s Day, Cleveland Cavaliers retired the #11 jersey of the team’s former center, 7’3 Zydrunas Ilgauskas.
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