Jeff Martin (basketball) facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 14, 1967 Cherry Valley, Arkansas, U.S. |
| High school | Cross County (Cherry Valley, Arkansas) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) |
| Listed weight | 195 lb (88 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Murray State (1985–1989) |
| NBA Draft | 1989 / Round: 2 / Pick: 31st overall |
| Selected by the Los Angeles Clippers | |
| Pro career | 1989–2001 |
| Career history | |
| 1989–1991 | Los Angeles Clippers |
| 1991–1992 | Grand Rapids Hoops |
| 1992 | Scani Venezia |
| 1992–1993 | Banco Natwest Zaragoza |
| 1993–1994 | Grand Rapids Hoops |
| 1994 | CRO Lyon Basket |
| 1994–1995 | Strasbourg IG |
| 1995–1996 | Baloncesto Salamanca |
| 1996 | Baloncesto Fuenlabrada |
| 1997 | Besançon BCD |
| 1997–1998 | Ciudad de Huelva |
| 1998–1999 | Grand Rapids Hoops |
| 1999–2000 | Las Vegas Silver Bandits |
| 2000–2001 | Montpellier |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Jeffery Allen Martin was born on January 14, 1967. He is an American former professional basketball player. He played as a shooting guard and was known for his scoring ability.
Jeff Martin stands 6 feet 5 inches tall. He was chosen by the Los Angeles Clippers in the 1989 NBA draft. He played for two seasons in the NBA, which is the top basketball league in the United States.
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Jeff Martin's College Basketball Journey
Jeff Martin played college basketball at Murray State University. He was a star player for the Murray State Racers.
Trying Out for the Olympic Team
In 1988, Jeff made history for Murray State and the Ohio Valley Conference. He was invited to try out for the U.S. Basketball Team for the Olympic Games. This was a big deal because, at that time, professional players were not allowed on the Olympic team. Even though he didn't make the final team, his performance impressed many people.
College Achievements and Records
In 1989, Jeff Martin was named an All-American. This means he was recognized as one of the best college basketball players in the country. His jersey number, 15, was also retired by Murray State. This is a special honor given to players who have made a huge impact on their team. Jeff Martin is still the all-time leading scorer in Murray State men's basketball history. He scored an amazing 2,484 points during his college career.
Playing Professional Basketball
After college, Jeff Martin began his professional basketball career. He played in the NBA from 1989 to 1991.
Time in the NBA
During his time in the NBA, Jeff played for the Los Angeles Clippers. He averaged about 7 points and 2 rebounds per game in 143 regular season games. After playing in the preseason with the Detroit Pistons, he moved on to play in other leagues.
Playing in Europe and Other Leagues
Jeff Martin then moved to Europe to continue his basketball career. He played for several teams there, including Scaini Venezia (Italy), Natwest Zaragoza (Spain), Baloncesto Salamanca (Spain), and Montpellier Basket (France).
He also returned to the U.S. for short periods to play in other leagues. These included the Continental Basketball Association (CBA) and the International Basketball League (IBL). He often played for the Grand Rapids Hoops in the CBA.
Professional Awards and Honors
Jeff Martin achieved several honors during his professional career. He was chosen for the All-CBA Second Team three times: in 1992, 1994, and 1999. In 1994, he was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the CBA All-Star Game. These awards show how skilled and important he was to his teams.
External Links
- College & NBA stats @ basketballreference.com
- Basketpedya career data
See also
In Spanish: Jeff Martin (baloncestista) para niños
