Francisco García
Dominican basketball player, NBA veteran
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Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Dominican Republic
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A professional basketball player who excelled in the NBA, playing primarily as a shooting guard. Represented the Sacramento Kings and later played for the Houston Rockets. Achieved success at the collegiate level with the University of Louisville, contributing to the team's 2005 Final Four appearance. Also represented the Dominican Republic national team in international competitions.
Played for the Sacramento Kings from 2005 to 2013
Competed in the 2008 Summer Olympics
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