Zydrunas Ilgauskas (Lithuanian: Žydrūnas Ilgauskas; Lithuanian pronunciation: [ʑiːˈdrûːnɐs ɪɫˈɡɐ̂ˑʊ̯skɐs] ⓘ; born June 5, 1975) is a Lithuanian-born American former professional basketball player who played the center position. The 7 ft 3 in (2.21 m) Ilgauskas played for the Cleveland Cavaliers of the National Basketball Association from 1997 to 2010[1] and played for the Miami Heat during the 2010–11 season. He was named to the 1997–98 All-Rookie First Team and is a two-time NBA All-Star. Ilgauskas played in the 2007 NBA Finals as a member of the Cavaliers. He is known for his accurate jump shot, for his rebounding, and for overcoming difficult injury challenges during his career.[2] Nicknamed Big Z,[3][2] Ilgauskas is the Cavaliers' career leader in blocked shots;[4][5] his jersey no. 11 has been retired by the team. In 2012, Ilgauskas joined the Cavaliers' front office, becoming a special advisor to the organization.[6][7]