Last Updated on April 2, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Here’s detailed information about J.P. Batista:

  • Full Name: João Paulo Lopes Batista
  • Nationality: Brazilian
  • Age: Born October 29, 1981
  • Hometown: Olinda, Pernambuco, Brazil
  • Height: 6 feet 9 inches (206 cm)
  • Weight: 270 lb (122 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 10 inches
  • Shoe Size: Size 16 (US)
  • Number: Typically wore #13 during his career
  • Position: Center / Power Forward
  • High School: Did not attend high school in the U.S. (developed in Brazil)
  • College:
    • Western Nebraska Community College (Junior College)
    • Gonzaga University (2004–2006)
  • NBA Draft: Undrafted in 2006
  • Teams Played For:
    • Brazil:
      • Flamengo Basketball
      • Minas Tênis Clube
      • Mogi das Cruzes
    • France:
      • Le Mans Sarthe Basket
      • ASVEL Basket
      • Limoges CSP
    • Lithuania: Žalgiris Kaunas
  • Championship Rings: None (did not play in the NBA)
  • Kids: Not publicly documented
  • Siblings: Not publicly documented

J.P. Batista’s player archetype was that of a bruising interior scorer, a classic power big who leaned on strength, touch, and positioning rather than speed or face-up flash. Defensively, he fit best as a physical post defender and rebounder who used his size to hold ground inside, while offensively he operated as a low-block option who could finish through contact, score efficiently around the rim, and punish smaller matchups in the paint. At 6-foot-9 and roughly 270 pounds, Batista had the kind of thick, powerful frame that made him difficult to move and well suited to interior play. His overall play style was built on power, efficiency, and old-school frontcourt skill, giving teams a dependable inside presence who could anchor half-court possessions with his back-to-the-basket game. (Euroleague Basketball)

Sources:
Gonzaga University Athletics — J.P. Batista – The Brazilian Bull
Gonzaga University Athletics — JP Batista – Strength and Conditioning Coach
EuroLeague — J.P. BATISTA | EuroLeague
FIBA — Joao Paulo Batista (Brazil) – Basketball Stats, Height, Age
Sports Reference — J.P. Batista College Stats