Bill Martin (basketball) facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | August 16, 1962 Washington, D.C. |
| Nationality | American |
| High school | McKinley (Washington, D.C.) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) |
| Listed weight | 205 lb (93 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Georgetown (1981–1985) |
| NBA Draft | 1985 / Round: 2 / Pick: 26th overall |
| Selected by the Indiana Pacers | |
| Pro career | 1985–1995 |
| Career history | |
| 1985–1986 | Indiana Pacers |
| 1986–1987 | Cincinnati Slammers |
| 1987 | New York Knicks |
| 1987 | Staten Island Stallions |
| 1987 | Phoenix Suns |
| 1988–1989 | Philips Milano |
| 1989 | Columbus Horizon |
| 1989–1991 | La Crosse Catbirds |
| 1994–1995 | Rockford Lightning |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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William Martin (born August 16, 1962) is an American former professional basketball player. He was a 6'7" (201 cm) 205 lb (93 kg) forward and played collegiately at Georgetown University from 1981–85.
Martin was selected with the 2nd pick of the second round in the 1985 NBA draft by the Indiana Pacers. He played 66 games for them in 1985-86, averaging 5.0 points, 1.9 rebounds and 0.8 assists per game. In his second and third seasons he played with the New York Knicks and Phoenix Suns, respectively. He was married to Janice Jackson and had a son, Christopher Martin who played at St. Patrick’s and later played at Marshall University. Christopher transferred to Mount Saint Mary’s. He finished his collegiate career at Savannah State University. Chris has his own business, CMartyfit. Bill married Jacki Carter in 2002 and had a daughter.
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In Spanish: Bill Martin para niños
