30+ NBA’s All-Time Greatest Centers

Published on 08/25/2022
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DeAndre Jordan (2009-Present)

Jordan has to rank among the best athletic and accurate centers of all time. Jordan is a one-time All-Star and has won the rebounding title on two occasions. He has also been named to the NBA All-Defensive team thrice! In terms of career statistics, he has a lifetime field goal percentage of 66.9% and is presently a member of the Los Angeles Lakers.

DeAndre Jordan

DeAndre Jordan

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Bill Cartwright (1980-1995)

Cartwright, who was born in California, was selected by the New York Knicks in the 1979 NBA Draft. He spent the first part of his career with the Knicks before going on to the Chicago Bulls and a single season with the Seattle Supersonics. Cartwright was electrifying at the start of his career. As a rookie in 1979, he made the All-Star game after averaging 21.7 points, 8.9 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks per game. During his 15-year career, Cartwright won three NBA championships.

Bill Cartwright (1980 1995)

Bill Cartwright (1980 1995)

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