Date of Birth: July 28, 1977
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Biography
Emanuel David “Manu” Ginóbili Maccari, born on July 28, 1977, in Bahía Blanca, Argentina, is a former professional basketball player widely regarded as one of the greatest shooting guards in NBA history. He played the bulk of his career for the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA and also had a significant international career representing Argentina. Ginobili is known for his crafty playing style, exceptional ball-handling, and the ability to perform under pressure. Ginobili started his professional career in Argentina and Italy before joining the NBA in 2002. Over his 16-season tenure with the Spurs, Ginobili won four NBA championships (2003, 2005, 2007, and 2014) and was named an NBA All-Star twice. He is also a gold medalist, having led the Argentine national team to victory in the 2004 Athens Olympics. Ginobili retired from professional basketball in 2018 and was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2022.
5 Interesting Facts about Manu Ginobili
1. Manu Ginobili is one of only two players to have won an NBA championship, an Olympic gold medal, and a EuroLeague title.
2. He popularized the “Euro step” move in the NBA, which has since become a staple move for many guards.
3. Ginobili is the first player in NBA history to have a 20-point, 10-rebound, 15-assist game off the bench.
4. He played for the same NBA team, the San Antonio Spurs, for his entire NBA career.
5. Manu Ginobili was named one of the 50 Greatest EuroLeague Contributors in 2008.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Manu Ginobili
1. “Soccer is my first love.”
2. “I never expected to be this successful in the NBA.”
3. “I always tried to play the game the right way, with passion and commitment.”
4. “Winning is everything, but winning with the national team is something special.”
5. “The Spurs’ organization is like a family to me.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Manu Ginobili is estimated to be around $45 million.
Children
Manu Ginobili and his wife, Marianela Oroño, have three sons: Dante, Nicola, and Luca.
Relevant Links
1. [Manu Ginobili’s NBA Profile](https://www.nba.com/player/1938/manu-ginobili
3. [Manu Ginobili’s Olympic Achievements](https://www.olympic.org/manu-ginobili
4. [San Antonio Spurs Tribute to Manu Ginobili](https://www.nba.com/spurs/manu-ginobili-tribute
5. [Hall of Fame Induction](https://www.hoophall.com/hall-of-famers/manu-ginobili
