Last Updated on April 15, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Yunio Barrueta is a Cuban-American professional basketball player known for his scoring ability and versatility on the court.

Player Profile

  • Full Name: Yunio Barrueta
  • Nationality: Cuban-American
  • Date of Birth: April 15, 1993
  • Hometown: Miami, Florida, USA
  • Height: 6 feet 5 inches (196 cm)
  • Weight: 224 pounds (102 kg)
  • Wingspan: Information not publicly available
  • Shoe Size: Information not publicly available
  • Position: Shooting Guard / Small Forward
  • Jersey Number: 23
  • High School:
    • Hialeah Gardens High School: Attended and played basketball, averaging 14.6 points per game in his senior year.
  • College:
    • East Tennessee State University (2012–2013): Played one season, known for his athleticism and versatility.
    • Barry University (2013–2016): Transferred and became the all-time leading scorer (1,781 points) and rebounder (858 rebounds) in school history. Earned multiple All-America honors during his tenure.
  • Professional Career:
    • Undrafted in 2016 NBA Draft: Began professional career overseas.
    • Leuven Bears (Belgium): Played in the Belgian league.
    • Le Portel (France): Competed in the French league.
    • Ironi Nes Ziona (Israel): Continued career in the Israeli league.
    • Leyma Coruña (Spain) (2022–Present): Currently playing in Spain’s Liga Endesa, known for his scoring prowess and clutch performances.
  • Notable Achievements:
    • Barry University Records: Holds records for career points and rebounds.
    • Clutch Performance: Notably hit a game-winning 3-point shot plus a foul against Real Madrid, leading to a significant victory for Leyma Coruña.
  • Personal Life:
    • Children: Information not publicly available.
    • Siblings: Information not publicly available.

Player Archetype / Play Style

Yunio Barrueta’s player archetype is that of a versatile two-way wing, a strong-framed inside-outside scorer who can rebound like a forward while still functioning offensively on the perimeter. At roughly 6-foot-6 and 225 pounds, he has the physical traits of a sturdy swingman, and both his college and later pro profiles point to a defensive role built on strength, effort, and the ability to match up across wing and forward spots rather than just defending one backcourt position. Offensively, Barrueta has operated as a multi-dimensional option who can score from deep, attack favorable matchups, finish through contact, and contribute on the glass, which fits a résumé that includes major scoring and rebounding production and repeated praise for his all-around game. His play style summary is that of a tough, productive wing-forward hybrid who blends shooting, rebounding, interior toughness, and positional versatility, giving teams value as more than just a spot-up shooter or straight-line slasher. (Barry University Athletics)

Barry University — Yunio Barrueta – Men’s Basketball
Barry University — Yunio Barrueta (2021) – Wall of Honor
East Tennessee State Athletics — Yunio Barrueta – 2012-13 – Men’s Basketball
Sunshine State Conference — Barry’s Yunio Barrueta Named USBWA D-II National Player of the Week
Basketball-Reference — Yunio Barrueta International Stats