The Most Iconic Centers In The History Of The NBA

Published on 11/14/2022
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Elvin Hayes (1968-1984)

Elvin Ernest Hayes, nicknamed “The Big E” for his alma-mater Houston Cougars, is a retired American professional basketball player and radio analyst. He is a member of the All-Time 50th Anniversary Team of the NBA and a Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame member. He is the leading scorer of all time for the Washington Bullets/Wizards. In any of his 16 seasons in the NBA, Hayes never missed more than two games.

Elvin Hayes (1968 1984)

Elvin Hayes (1968 1984)

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Montrezl Harrell (2015-2020)

Montrezl Harrell, the 6-foot-8 Los Angeles Clippers center, started last season in five of 82 games and will again feature in the second unit of the team after L.A. acquires Kawhi Leonard Paul George. Recently, The Ringer’s D.J. Foster wrote why Harrell could feast again during a contract season in that role. In 2018-19, Harrell averaged 16.6 PPG, 6.5 REB, and 2.0 AST, all career bests, and he is capable of replacing George when a break is necessary for the MVP candidate. In smaller line-ups, Harrell can play the 5, too.

Montrezl Harrell (2015-2020)

Montrezl Harrell (2015-2020)

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