Traded from Memphis Grizzlies to Los Angeles Lakers midway through this season and helped them claim top seed in Western Conference, averaging 18.8 points and 7.8 rebounds in 27 games.
Better known in U.S. for his NBA exploits, but also has led emergence of Spanish national team this decade.
Named MVP of 2006 World Championships despite missing final with broken bone in left foot, and Spain defeated Russia to claim gold medal.
Led Spain to silver medals, thus clinching Olympic berths, in 2007 and 2003 European championships.
Was fourth-leading scorer at 2007 Eurobasket with 18.8 points per game, though he missed potential game-winning jumper at buzzer in final against Russia.
Missed 2005 Eurobasket due to injury after leading all scorers at 2003 event with 25.8 points.
Averaged 22.4 points and 7.3 rebounds in 2004 Sydney Olympics, though Spain settled for seventh place.
Third overall pick of Atlanta Hawks in 2001 NBA draft, but was traded to Memphis in five-player deal.
Named NBA Rookie of the Year in 2002 after averaging 17.6 points, 8.9 rebounds and 2.1 blocks.