• Francisco Garcia is a player in the National Basketball Association (NBA) who currently plays for the Sacramento Kings.

• Fast Facts

  1. Born: December 31, 1981
  2. Place of birth: Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
  3. Height: 6'7"
  4. Weight: 195 lbs
  5. Position: Guard-Forward
  6. Uniform number: 32
  7. Nickname: "Latin Assassin"
  8. College: University of Louisville
  9. Along with Al Horford one of only two Dominican-born players in the NBA
  10. Brother Hector was murdered in 2003

• College Career

  Before the Kings made Garcia the 23rd overall pick in the 2005 NBA Draft, he enjoyed a standout career at the University of Louisville. In his junior season, Garcia helped to lead the Cardinals to the Final Four.

• Scouting ReportDraft Express: [http://www.draftexpress.com/profile/Francisco-Garcia-123/ Francisco Garcia Report] (June 13, 2005)

  Garcia is a multi-talented player who has the size and skill to play three different positions. He has a high basketball IQ, and a consistent jump shot. Garcia's primary drawbacks occur on defense, where his slight build has made scouts question his ability to defend more explosive NBA players.

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