“From Court to Career: Discover the Surprising New Paths These Retired NBA Stars Are Taking!”

"From Court to Career: Discover the Surprising New Paths These Retired NBA Stars Are Taking!"

LaRue Martin was full of potential when he was taken with the first overall pick in the 1972 NBA Draft. Four years into his career, however, his potential dried up and Martin was out of the league. Needing a way to make a living, Martin took an entry-level job at UPS.

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Patience and perseverance paid off for Martin, who was named Community Services Manager in 2005. On top of his 9-5 job, Martin also works on the Board of Directors for the National Basketball Retired Players Association.

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Birdman Wants A Return To The NBA

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The last time that Chris “Birdman” Andersen stepped onto an NBA hardwood floor was back in 2016-17 season when he played for the Cleveland Cavaliers. A year and some change later, Andersen speaks and says he wants to be back out on the floor.

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Staying in shape and hoping that a team will give you a call while you’re not in the NBA is a job in itself. Since 2018, he has played in the Big3 league.

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Oscar Robertson – Affordable Housing Advocate

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oscar robertson retired nba career affordable housing

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An old school NBA star, Oscar Robertson was ascendant during his 14 year career. He was named an all-star 12 times and retired as one of the league’s highest scoring guards ever. Still, his greatest accomplishment was his work to create affordable housing for African Americans in Indianapolis.

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For his amazing efforts to improve his community, the University of Cincinnati honored Robertson with an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters in 2007. When he has time to himself, the NBA icon also enjoys woodworking.

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