Spanish basketball player
In this
Spanish name, the first or paternal
surname is
Martín and the second or maternal family name is
Espina.
Antonio Martín Espina (born June 18, 1966) is a Spanish retired professional basketball player. At a height of 2.10 m (6 ft 10 in), and a weight of 104 kg (230 lbs.), he played at the center position. He is the current president of the Spanish ACB.
College career
Martín played college basketball at Pepperdine University, with the Pepperdine Waves, during the 1986–87 season.
Professional career
After playing with Estudiantes, in the 1982–83 season, Martín moved to Real Madrid. He played with Real Madrid, for twelve years, from 1983, until 1995. He was a member of the FIBA European Selection team, in 1991.
National team career
Martín was a member of the senior Spain men's national team. With Spain, he won the bronze medal at the 1991 EuroBasket, where he was also voted to the EuroBasket All-Tournament Team.
After retirement
In July 2018, Martín was named the President of the Spanish ACB.
Personal life
His brother, Fernando Martín Espina, also played with Real Madrid.[1]
Awards and accomplishments
Clubs (Real Madrid)
Spanish senior national team
Individual
References
External links
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