Over the course of NBA history, plenty of centers have been at, well, the center of championship-winning runs.
They've held down the paint while swatting away ill-advised field-goal attempts. They've dazzled with their footwork. They've overpowered opponents en route to a thunderous slam. They've often been at the heart of both offenses and defenses, making them vitally important in the construction of so many standout teams.
Though the current landscape of big men is a bit dried up, especially when compared to the center-heavy nature of the 1990s, there are still a few high-quality 5s who thrive on both ends of the court. But how do they stack up against the best of the best throughout NBA history?
Were their moves as effective as Hakeem Olajuwon's Dream Shake? What about David Robinson's two-way play, chiseled frame and jaw-dropping combination of athleticism and finesse? Has anyone followed in the footsteps of Bill Russell or Wilt Chamberlain?
This is about more than the scattered few who currently suit up in the Association, though. We're interested in how the legends of the center position compare to one another, from ...
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