Last Updated on January 10, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake
Juan Núñez García is a Spanish professional basketball player known for his exceptional playmaking abilities and court vision.
Personal Information:
- Full Name: Juan Núñez García
- Nationality: Spanish
- Date of Birth: June 4, 2004
- Hometown: Madrid, Spain
- Height: 6 feet 4 inches (193 cm)
- Weight: 190 pounds (86 kg)
- Wingspan: 6 feet 5 inches
- Shoe Size: Size 13 (US)
Basketball Career:
- Position: Point Guard
- Jersey Number: 17
- High School: Developed through Real Madrid’s youth academy
- Professional Career:
- Real Madrid B (2020–2021): Began his professional career with Real Madrid’s reserve team.
- Real Madrid (2021–2022): Promoted to the senior team; made his debut on June 6, 2021, in an ACB semi-final win against Valencia Basket.
- Ratiopharm Ulm (2022–2024): Signed with the German Basketball Bundesliga team; won the German championship title in the 2022–2023 season.
- FC Barcelona (2024–present): Signed a three-year contract with FC Barcelona on July 26, 2024; currently competing in Liga ACB and EuroLeague.
- NBA Draft: Selected 36th overall in the 2024 NBA Draft by the Indiana Pacers; traded to the San Antonio Spurs.
- Teams Played For:
- Real Madrid B
- Real Madrid
- Ratiopharm Ulm
- FC Barcelona
- Championship Rings:
- Spanish League champion (2022)
- German BBL champion (2023)
Personal Life:
- Children: None
- Siblings: Information not publicly available
Núñez is recognized for his intelligence on the court, exceptional passing, and leadership as a point guard. His career trajectory reflects his commitment to growth and success in European basketball.