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Jorge Garbajosa (Spanish basketball player)

Jorge Garbajosa is a retired Spanish professional basketball player known for his versatility, intelligence, and leadership on the court. Standing around 6'9", he played as a forward, excelling both offensively and defensively. Garbajosa was a key contributor to Spain's national team, helping them win gold at the 2006 FIBA World Championship and Olympic silver in 2008. He had a successful club career across Spain and Italy, and also played in the NBA with the Toronto Raptors. After retiring, he transitioned into basketball management and coaching, contributing to the sport's development in Spain.