Luis Scola is a professional basketball player with the Houston Rockets of the National Basketball Association.
Early Life
Luis Alberto Scola Balvoa was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on April 30, 1980. In 2002, Scola was selected by the San Antonio Spurs with the 55th pick in the NBA draft.Basketball-Reference.com: Luis Scola
Pro Career
After the draft, Scola continued playing in the Euroleague. In 2007, the rights to Scola were traded to the Houston Rockets. That same year, he made his NBA debut with the Rockets. In his first season, he appeared in 82 games and averaged 10.3 points, 6.4 rebounds and 24.7 minutes per game. He also started 39 games for the team. After his rookie season, Scola was named to the NBA all-rookie first team for the 2007-2008 season.NBA.com: Luis Scola
Luis Scola Timeline
- April 30, 1980: Born
- 2002: Drafted by San Antonio Spurs
- 2007: Rights traded to Houston Rockets
Luis Scola Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the Houston Rockets
- NBA.com: Career Stats
- Height: 6'9"
- Weight: 245 lbs.
- Rookie Year: 2007
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Fast Facts
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Full name
Luis Alberto Scola Balvoa
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Born
April 30, 1980
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Birthplace
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Height
6'9"
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Weight
245 lbs
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Position
Power Forward/Center
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Draft year
