Last Updated on September 13, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake
Here’s the detailed profile of Leandro Barbosa:
- Full Name: Leandro Mateus Barbosa
- Nationality: Brazilian
- Age: Born November 28, 1982
- Hometown: São Paulo, Brazil
- Height: 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
- Weight: 194 lbs (88 kg)
- Wingspan: 6 ft 4 in
- Shoe Size: Size 13 (US)
- Number: #10, #28, #19
- Position: Shooting Guard / Point Guard
- High School: Not publicly available (Played professionally in Brazil as a teenager)
- College: Did not attend college (played professionally in Brazil before entering the NBA)
- NBA Draft: Selected 28th overall in the 2003 NBA Draft by the San Antonio Spurs (traded to the Phoenix Suns)
- Teams Played For:
- Phoenix Suns (2003–2010, 2014–2016)
- Toronto Raptors (2010–2012)
- Indiana Pacers (2012)
- Boston Celtics (2012–2013)
- Golden State Warriors (2014–2016)
- International teams in Brazil, Italy, and Turkey
- Championship Rings: 1× NBA Champion with the Golden State Warriors (2015)
- Kids: Leandro Barbosa has a son named Luca.
- Siblings: He has an older brother, Arturo Barbosa, who also played basketball in Brazil.
Leandro Barbosa, nicknamed “The Brazilian Blur,” was known for his incredible speed and scoring ability, especially off the bench. He played a key role in the Golden State Warriors’ 2015 NBA Championship. After his NBA career, Barbosa transitioned into coaching and player development roles. He was a fan favorite for his fast-paced, energetic style of play.