LaRue Martin

Quick Facts

Full Name	LaRue Martin
Occupation	Basketball Player
Date Of Birth	Mar 30, 1950(1950-03-30)
Age	74
Birthplace	Chicago
Country	United States
Birth City	Illinois
Horoscope	Aries

LaRue Martin Biography

LaRue Martin is one of the most popular and richest Basketball Player who was born on March 30, 1950 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Center who is known best for being the number one overall pick in the 1972 NBA Draft.

He spent the latter half of his career as teammates with Bill Walton.

In 1969-1970, after a year on the freshman team (freshman were not allowed to play NCAA varsity basketball in this era), Martin debuted for the Loyola Ramblers, averaging a strong double-double of 16.6 points and 14.4 rebounds, as Loyola finished 13-11.

As a junior in 1970-1971, Martin was the star on a dreadful 4-20 team, averaging 18.7 points and 17.6 rebounds.

He was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois.

LaRue Martin Net Worth

LaRue Martin is one of the richest Basketball Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, LaRue Martin 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He attended Loyola University Chicago, where he earned his draft spot by outplaying many of the nation’s brightest stars.

His career lasted from only 1972-1976, and he spent each season with the Portland Trail Blazers.

LaRue Martin (born March 30, 1950) is an American former professional basketball player. Martin was drafted first overall by the National Basketball Association’s (NBA) Portland Trail Blazers in the controversy riddled 1972 NBA draft out of Loyola University Chicago. He was drafted ahead of future Hall of Famers Bob McAdoo and Julius Erving. Martin has been discussed as one of the worst first overall draft picks in NBA history, but moved on to forge a successful corporate career.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

LaRue Martin height 6 feet 11 inches LaRue weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

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Martin had garnered attention, playing well against Bill Walton in a game between Loyola and UCLA, in 1971–72. Although his Ramblers lost to UCLA 92-64 on January 28, 1972, while The Bruins were in the midst of their 88-game winning streak, Martin had 19 points and 18 rebounds matched up directly against future teammate Walton, who had 18 points and 16 rebounds. Martin had played similarly against Jim Chones of Marquette in their game the night before.

Facts & Trivia

LaRue Ranked on the list of most popular Basketball Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. LaRue Martin celebrates birthday on March 30 of every year.

In 1974–75, under new Coach Lenny Wilkins, Martin initially saw his playing time decrease more after the Trail Blazers had selected Bill Walton as the No. 1 pick of the 1974 NBA draft and inserted him in the lineup. However, Martin averaged 7.0 points in 17 minutes and shot .452 from the field, when Walton missed most of the year with injuries. Portland finished 37-45.

Where is LaRue Martin now?

It’s been 45 years since the draft and Martin, a former Loyola University star, is now the UPS Illinois district public affairs and community services manager. He is labeled by many as one of the biggest busts in NBA draft history, but he is fine with that designation.

What former NBA player works for UPS?

Personal information
NBA draft| 1972 / Round: 1 / Pick: 1st overall
Selected by the Portland Trail Blazers
Playing career| 1972–1976
Position| Center

How tall was LaRue Martin?

6′ 11″

Who was the first pick of the 1972 NBA draft?

LaRue Martin was the first overall pick by the Portland Trail Blazers. Bob McAdoo was selected 2nd overall by the Buffalo Braves. Paul Westphal was selected 10th overall by the Boston Celtics. Julius Erving was selected 12th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks.

Who is the biggest bust in NBA history?

• Sam Bowie.
• LaRue Martin. …
• Hasheem Thabeet. …
• Greg Oden. …
• Chris Washburn. …
• Michael Olowokandi. …
• Kwame Brown. This one happened back when players would slide into the NBA right out of high school. …
• Adam Morrison. The MLB’s Best Hitting Pitchers Ever. …