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Phoenix Suns’ Leandro Barbosa Wins NBA’s Sixth Man Award
Leandro Barbosa, the Phoenix Suns catalyst off the bench, was honored with the NBA’s Sixth Man Award on Monday after averaging 18.1 points per game, 2.7 rebounds and 4 assists in 80 games this season.
Barbosa totaled 578 points, easily outdistancing Manu Ginobili of the San Antonio Spurs who finished second with 269 points.
Often called upon to provide a spark to the Suns offense, Barbosa lifted the Suns to a come from behind victory against the Los Angeles Lakers in their playoff opener on Sunday.
The 24-year-old Brazilian helped the Suns to a 61-21 record this season, second best behind the Dallas Mavericks.
