Let's make this birthday one to remember.

44 years old (Born on February 19, 1981)

Happy Birthday, Andrei Kirilenko—basketball's ultimate Swiss Army knife! Your ten-year dominance with the Utah Jazz turned defense into an art form. Those powerful blocks and sneaky steals became legendary highlights, causing nightmares for opponents daring enough to challenge AK-47.

Who could forget your outstanding 2004 season when you proudly represented Utah on that All-Star stage? Combining relentless hustle with unique versatility made you a fan favorite across generations (and gave offensive players plenty of headaches). On your special day, here’s wishing laughter as fierce as your defensive stand—and cakes easier to slice than getting past Kirilenko blocking lanes!