Let's make this birthday one to remember.

44 years old (Born on May 10, 1981)

Happy Birthday, Samuel "Slammin' Sammy" Dalembert! The NBA's favorite shot-blocker who defended the paint so fiercely that even gravity thought twice before challenging you. Philly fans remember those nine incredible seasons when your blocks had more airtime than a SpaceX launch—legend says some basketballs are still orbiting Earth.

After leaving 76ers nation, you made memorable stops with Sacramento, Houston, Milwaukee and Dallas; everywhere adding swagger and defense to match. Whether swatting shots into oblivion or posting double-doubles like it's easy pickings on game night—you brought passion (and elevation) wherever you went. Stay timelessly awesome—and may your birthday celebration have zero rejections!