Dave Cowens (1971-1983)
Here is yet another center that dominated the ‘70s. Dave Cowens won two titles with the Boston Celtics. In 1973, he was even declared the league MVP. Over the course of his career, he averaged 17.6 points and 13.6 rebounds per game. This made him one of the greatest dual-threat centers to ever play in the league. He joined the NBA All-Defense first team once and then the All-Star team eight times. We are sure that you are already impressed! Wait until you hear that he averaged 12.4 defensive rebounds per 48 minutes played. This is the fifth-highest record among centers in the NBA!
Dave Cowens (1971 1983)
Patrick Ewing (1986-2002)
It’s a shame that Hall of Famer Patrick Ewing never won a championship because he certainly gave it all he had every night in the playoffs. In fact, Ewing averaged 20.2 points per playoff game in his career, which is the eighth-best mark among all centers. Ewing’s numbers were just as ridiculous in the regular season, with him averaging 21 points and 9.8 rebounds per game. From 1986 to 1997, Ewing made the NBA All-Star team every year but one. Somehow, he was only named to the All-NBA first team once in his career, but the 7-footer was certainly one of the most feared centers in league history.
Patrick Ewing (1986 2002)