Slater Martin

During his playing days, Slater Martin was among the top players in the NBA. He was a 6-time NBA All-Star and won 2 championships with the Minneapolis Lakers. After retiring from the NBA, Martin became a successful businessman and philanthropist. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1982.

Player’s Profile

Slater Nelson “Dugie” Martin Jr. was born in El Paso, Texas, in 1922. After serving in the military during World War II, he attended the University of Texas at Austin on a basketball scholarship.

His basketball career began at DeWitt Clinton High School, where he was a two-time All-City selection. After serving in the Navy during World War II, he enrolled at St. John’s University on the G.I. Bill. Martin quickly became one of the top players in the country, leading St. John’s to the NCAA championship game in 1946.

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Position	Point Guard
Height / weight	1.78 m / 77 kg
Born	22 Oct 1925
Died	18 Oct 2012 (86 years)
Nationality	United States

Team History
St. Louis Hawks	1956 - 1960
Minneapolis Lakers	1949 - 1956
New York	1956

Martin played for the Longhorns from 1946 to 1950 and was part of the team that won the 1947 National Invitation Tournament. He then enjoyed a prosperous professional career, playing for the Minneapolis Lakers, New York Knicks, and Baltimore Bullets.

Career

He was drafted by the Washington Capitols in 1947 and played for several teams during his 11-year NBA career. As a player, Martin was a five-time All-Star and won two NBA championships.

After retiring from basketball, Martin became a successful businessman and philanthropist. He served on the board of directors for several companies and owned businesses. Martin was also active in civic organizations and charities. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1982. Slater Martin passed away in 2012 at the age of 86.