Leandro Bolmaro

Basketball player for the Minnesota Timberwolves

Leandro Bolmaro - Basketball player for the Minnesota Timberwolves
Born

September 11th, 2000
24 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Argentina

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A professional basketball player with Argentine-Italian heritage, played as a guard and forward. Began career in the youth system of Estudiantes de La Plata in Argentina. Drafted 23rd overall by the New York Knicks in the 2020 NBA Draft. Later traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves, where contributed to the team's efforts in the NBA. Showcased skills in both domestic and international competitions, representing Argentina in various tournaments.

Drafted 23rd overall in the 2020 NBA Draft

Played for Minnesota Timberwolves

Represented Argentina in FIBA competitions

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