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As Andrei Kirilenko announces his retirement, a look back

p class="TEXT_w_Indent">The Jazz drafted Kirilenko in 1999 and the man they called AK-47 went on to play 13 NBA seasons, 10 in Utah, averaging 11.8 points. 5.5 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.8 blocks and 1.4 steals in his career.

Kirilenko reportedly has some interest in staying involved in basketball, and possibly running the Russian basketball federation. But before we totally close the book on his playing days, let's take a quick look at a few unforgettable dog-eared pages.

">Stat-Stuffing Ridiculousness

Kirilenko's rare skill set saw him put together three five-by-five games (recording at least five of each points, rebounds, blocks, steals and assists).