On March 21, 2009, Ilgauskas recorded his 10,000th career point during a game against the Atlanta Hawks. He became the fourth Cleveland Cavalier to break the 10,000-point plateau, joining LeBron James, Brad Daugherty and Austin Carr.CBSSports.com: Ilgauskas Surpasses 10,000 Points...

1. Born: June 5, 1975
2. Birthplace: Kaunas, Lithuanian SSR, Soviet Union
3. Height: 7'3"
4. Weight: 260 lbs
5. Position: Center
6. Draft: 20th overall in 1996 (Cleveland)
7. Two-time NBA All-Star (2003 and 2005)
8. 1997-1998 Schick All-Rookie First Team
9. 1998 Schick Rookie Game MVP
10. Ranks first in Cavaliers history for offensive rebounds, second for blocked shots and rebounds
11. Eastern Conference Player of the Week in March 2004
12. Married wife Jennifer in 2004
13. Enjoys playing soccer and fishing

Ilgauskas continued to struggle with injuries until the 2002-2003 season. He was finally healthy and able to produce on a regular basis. In 2003, he was paired with LeBron James and would help Cleveland reach the NBA Finals in 2007.