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Texas A&M's Andersson Garcia shines in Dominican Republic Basketball League
Texas A&M's Andersson Garcia shines in Dominican Republic Basketball League
Wade Taylor isn't the only Texas A&M basketball player exploring the professional basketball circuit. While Taylor attends NBA team workouts and combines, Andersson Garcia is gaining experience in the Dominican Republic National Basketball League.
Garcia earned the nickname "Dominican Dennis Rodman" from coach Buzz Williams due to his relentless rebounding and tough defense. The forward became a mainstay in Coach Williams' system and concluded his Aggie career holding several program records:
Rebounds in a season: 327
327 Offensive rebounds in a season: 156
156 Rebounds in conference play: 180
180 Rebounds by a junior: 327
327 Offensive rebounds by a junior: 156
Garcia possesses the length and skill to play in the NBA. However, at 6'7", further development will be essential, and he's on the right track while playing overseas with Marineros de Puerto Plata. There, he's averaging a double-double and is a strong contender for Rookie of the Year.
Breaking into the NBA and maintaining longevity are among the most challenging feats in sports. But even if Garcia doesn't earn an opportunity at the highest level, his professional basketball career holds immense potential internationally.
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