Caleb Martin
Professional Basketball Player
Miami Connection
During his time with the Miami Heat from 2021 to 2024, Caleb Martin emerged as a vital contributor off the bench, delivering clutch plays during the team's improbable 2023 playoff run to the NBA Finals. His defensive tenacity and scoring ability helped elevate the Heat's postseason success, earning him a loyal following among South Florida fans. Martin's journey from a two-way contract to a multi-year deal underscored his growth within Miami's culture of hard work and resilience.
About
Born on September 28, 1995, Caleb Martin played college basketball at NC State and Nevada, earning Mountain West Conference Player of the Year honors in 2017-18. Undrafted in 2019, he began his NBA career with the Charlotte Hornets before signing with the Miami Heat on a two-way contract in 2021 and re-signing on a three-year, $20 million deal in 2022. In Miami, he became a key rotational player, helping the Heat reach the NBA Finals in 2023 with standout playoff performances. He departed Miami in free agency during the summer of 2024 to join the Philadelphia 76ers, and by 2026 is playing for the Dallas Mavericks. As the identical twin of fellow NBA player Cody Martin, he has established himself as a versatile 6'5" forward in the league.