Francisco García is a retired Dominican-American professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for ten seasons. He was born on December 31, 1981, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. García started playing basketball at a young age and eventually moved to the United States to pursue his basketball career.
García played college basketball at Louisville from 2002 to 2005, where he was a standout player. He was named the Conference USA Player of the Year in 2005 and was also a member of the All-Conference USA First Team. García was known for his three-point shooting and his ability to play multiple positions on the court.
In the 2005 NBA draft, García was selected by the Sacramento Kings in the first round with the 23rd overall pick. He spent the majority of his NBA career with the Kings, playing for them from 2005 to 2013. García was a key player for the Kings during his time there, averaging 8.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game. He was also known for his defensive skills, often guarding the opposing team's best player.
In 2013, García was traded to the Houston Rockets, where he played for two seasons. He was a valuable role player for the Rockets, providing scoring and defense off the bench. García was also known for his leadership and work ethic, which earned him the respect of his teammates and coaches.
After his time with the Rockets, García played for several other teams, including the Minnesota Timberwolves, the New Orleans Pelicans, and the Los Angeles Clippers. However, he was never able to recapture the success he had with the Kings and Rockets.
García retired from professional basketball in 2018, ending a ten-year career in the NBA. He finished his career with averages of 6.2 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game. García was known for his hard work, dedication, and versatility on the court, and he was respected by his teammates and coaches throughout his career.
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