Manu Ginóbili

Basketball player, NBA champion

Manu Ginóbili - Basketball player, NBA champion
Born

July 28th, 1977
47 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Argentina

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Argentinian basketball player played for the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA. Contributed to the team's multiple championships, including winning the NBA Finals in 2003, 2005, 2007, and 2014. Also represented Argentina in international competitions, helping secure a gold medal at the 2004 Athens Olympics. Notable for his skillful playstyle and contributions to the Spurs' success.

Won four NBA championships with the San Antonio Spurs

Secured an Olympic gold medal in 2004

Selected as an NBA All-Star twice

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