Cody Martin (basketball) facts for kids
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Martin with the Charlotte Hornets in 2019
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| Born | September 28, 1995 Winston-Salem, North Carolina, U.S. |
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| Listed height | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) |
| Listed weight | 205 lb (93 kg) |
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| NBA Draft | 2019 / Round: 2 / Pick: 36th overall |
| Selected by the Charlotte Hornets | |
| Pro career | 2019–present |
| League | NBA |
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| 2019–present | Charlotte Hornets |
| 2019 | →Greensboro Swarm |
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Cody Lee Martin (born September 28, 1995) is an American professional basketball player. He plays for the Charlotte Hornets in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Cody is the twin brother of fellow NBA player Caleb Martin. He played college basketball for the NC State Wolfpack and the Nevada Wolf Pack. The Charlotte Hornets chose him in the 2019 NBA draft.
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Early Life and High School Basketball
Cody Martin played basketball with his twin brother, Caleb Martin, at Oak Hill Academy. This school is very famous for its basketball program. Before joining Oak Hill, Cody and his brother played for three seasons at Davie County High School in Mocksville, North Carolina. Cody also played football during his first year of high school.
College Basketball Journey
Cody started his college basketball career at NC State. In his second year there, he averaged 6.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game.
After that season, Cody and Caleb decided to transfer to the University of Nevada to play for coach Eric Musselman. They had to sit out one season, which is called a "redshirt" year, before they could play for Nevada.
When he started playing for Nevada, Cody quickly made a name for himself. He was named the Mountain West Conference Defensive Player of the Year in 2018. That year, he averaged 14 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 4.7 assists per game. He also helped the Wolf Pack reach the NCAA Tournament, which is a big competition for college teams.
After this successful season, Cody and his brother thought about joining the 2018 NBA draft. They attended the NBA Draft Combine to show their skills to NBA teams. However, they decided to return to Nevada for their final year of college. Before his senior season, Cody was chosen for the Preseason Mountain West Conference Team, showing he was expected to have another great year.
Professional Basketball Career
Playing for the Charlotte Hornets (2019–present)
The Charlotte Hornets, a team from his home state, picked Cody Martin as the 36th overall player in the 2019 NBA draft. On July 31, 2019, he officially signed his contract with the Hornets.
Cody made his NBA debut on October 25, 2019. He came off the bench and scored four points, grabbed four rebounds, and had an assist and a steal. Later that year, on November 29, 2019, he was sent to the Greensboro Swarm. This team is the Hornets' affiliate in the NBA G League, where players can get more playing time.
On February 13, 2020, Cody scored a season-high 13 points in a game against the Orlando Magic. He also had eight rebounds, three assists, and three steals. He scored 13 points again in another close game against the San Antonio Spurs.
On April 25, 2021, Cody had another strong game. He scored 13 points, grabbed ten rebounds, gave five assists, and blocked two shots in a win against the Boston Celtics.
His career-high score came on December 15, 2021, when he scored 21 points. He also had eight rebounds and three assists in a win over the San Antonio Spurs.
In July 2022, Cody signed a new four-year contract with the Hornets. However, he faced some challenges with injuries. He missed several preseason games due to a knee issue. On October 19, 2022, during the first game of the season, he played for less than a minute before injuring his left leg. On November 11, he had a small surgery on his left knee. Cody returned to play on January 4, 2023, after recovering from his injury.
Images for kids
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Cody Martin playing for the Charlotte Hornets in 2019.
See also
In Spanish: Cody Martin (baloncestista) para niños
