History of Kenyon Martin Jr. in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 13, 2025

Kenyon Lee "KJ" Martin Jr. is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Utah Jazz. He is the son of former NBA player Kenyon Martin. Martin Jr. played high school basketball in Southern California before attending IMG Academy. He was drafted by the Sacramento Kings in 2020, but was immediately traded to the Houston Rockets. After three seasons in Houston, he was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers, then quickly moved on to the Philadelphia 76ers, and then to the Detroit Pistons and finally landed with the Utah Jazz.

2000: Kenyon Martin Drafted

In 2000, Kenyon Martin Jr.'s father, Kenyon Martin, was selected first overall in the NBA draft.

January 6, 2001: Kenyon Martin Jr. Born

Kenyon Martin Jr. was born on January 6, 2001.

March 24, 2020: Declares for 2020 NBA Draft

On March 24, 2020, Kenyon Martin Jr. declared for the 2020 NBA draft.

November 2020: Drafted into the NBA

In November 2020, Kenyon Martin Jr. was drafted by the Sacramento Kings and then traded to the Houston Rockets.

November 18, 2020: Drafted by the Sacramento Kings

On November 18, 2020, Kenyon Martin Jr. was drafted by the Sacramento Kings with the 52nd overall pick.

January 4, 2021: Activated by the Rockets

Kenyon Martin Jr. was activated by the Houston Rockets on January 4, 2021.

January 8, 2021: NBA Debut

Kenyon Martin Jr. made his NBA debut on January 8, 2021, against the Orlando Magic.

May 8, 2021: Season-High Score

On May 8, 2021, Kenyon Martin Jr. scored a season-high 27 points against the Utah Jazz.

May 2021: High Rebounds

During May 2021, Kenyon Martin Jr. had a then career-high 10 rebounds in three different games.

March 2, 2022: Season-High Score

On March 2, 2022, Kenyon Martin Jr. scored a season-high 20 points against the Utah Jazz.

November 25, 2022: Career-High Rebounds

On November 25, 2022, Kenyon Martin Jr. scored 21 points and had a career-high 15 rebounds against the Atlanta Hawks.

February 2023: Becomes Full-Time Starter

In February 2023, Kenyon Martin Jr. became a full-time starter for the Houston Rockets.

February 18, 2023: Slam Dunk Contest

On February 18, 2023, Kenyon Martin Jr. participated in the AT&T Slam Dunk Contest during all-star weekend.

March 22, 2023: Career-High Score

On March 22, 2023, Kenyon Martin Jr. scored a career-high 31 points against the Memphis Grizzlies.

July 8, 2023: Traded to the Clippers

On July 8, 2023, Kenyon Martin Jr. was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers.

November 1, 2023: Traded to the 76ers

On November 1, 2023, Kenyon Martin Jr. was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers as part of a multi-player deal.

November 2023: Traded to the 76ers

In November 2023, Kenyon Martin Jr. was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers after a brief stint with the Los Angeles Clippers.

July 15, 2024: Re-signs with the Sixers

On July 15, 2024, Kenyon Martin Jr. re-signed with the Philadelphia 76ers.

February 6, 2025: Traded to the Pistons, then the Jazz

On February 6, 2025, Kenyon Martin Jr. was traded to the Detroit Pistons and then later that day to the Utah Jazz.

February 2025: Traded to the Pistons, then the Jazz

In February 2025, Kenyon Martin Jr. was traded to the Detroit Pistons and then, a few hours later, to the Utah Jazz.

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