Chicago Bulls center Andre Drummond is reminding everyone why he once proclaimed himself the NBA's "best rebounder ever." After initial skepticism, Drummond has been putting up amazing numbers lately, averaging a staggering 21.3 rebounds per game over the past three games. According to the Bulls PR department, that's the most rebounds a Chicago player has averaged in a three-game span since Dennis Rodman in 1998 - a legend indeed.

While Drummond's career dominance on the boards is unquestioned, his total of 10,238 rebounds ranks only 40th all-time. He's also not the most-rebounded active player, although he joined the 10,000-rebound club earlier this season. That honor belongs to two other rebounding machines:

3. Andre Drummond (10,238 rebounds): In 12 seasons and 819 games, Drummond has grabbed 10,238 rebounds, the third-most among active players. His career rebounding average came during the 2017-18 season with the Detroit Pistons, when he averaged a whopping 16.0 rebounds per game.

2. DeAndre Jordan (10,418 rebounds): Denver Nuggets veteran DeAndre Jordan has played 16 seasons and appeared in 1,033 games, and he is second on the team with 10,418 rebounds. Like Drummond, his rebounding peak came with the Los Angeles Clippers during the 2017-18 season, where he averaged a stellar 15.2 rebounds per game.

1. LeBron James (10,896 rebounds): The crown for the most rebounds among active players goes to Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James. While James isn't known for his rebounding prowess, his consistency and longevity have led him to pull down 10,896 rebounds in 1,452 games over 21 seasons, which tops the list. While his career-high rebounding average was 8.6 per game during the 2017-18 season with the Cleveland Cavaliers, James' versatility has allowed him to consistently contribute on the boards throughout his illustrious career.

Drummond's recent surge has reignited the debate about his place among the NBA's rebounding gurus. While stats like total rebounds and rebounds per game can be telling, they don't tell the whole story. Drummond's hard work, athleticism and boxing out skills are undeniable, and his recent performances certainly provide a strong case for his self-appointed title. Whether or not he can ultimately reach the legendary heights of Chamberlain or Rodman is up for debate, but one thing is clear: Andre Drummond is a force to be reckoned with at the rim.