Kevin Martin is a shooting guard for the Houston Rockets. A native of Ohio, Martin was selected by the Sacramento Kings as the 26th overall selection in the 2004 NBA Draft.
Breakout Season
Martin enjoyed a breakout season in 2006, when he averaged 20.2 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game as he responded to extended playing time. That season he finished second to Monta Ellis of the Warriors in the National Basketball Association's Most Improved Award voting.NBA: Golden State's Ellis Wins 2006-07 NBA Most Improved Player Award (April 26, 2007)
Scouting Report
Martin has a knack for scoring the basketball and despite his unorthodox shooting form, he is among the league leaders in field-goal percentage for a guard. Defensively, Martin is unpolished and struggles against physical match-ups.Magic Illustrated: Looming Large: Kevin Martin (February 24, 2008)
Kevin Martin Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the Sacramento Kings
- Basketball-Reference.com: Kevin Martin Career Stats
- Height: 6' 7"
- Weight: 185lbs
- Rookie Year: 2004--05
