“ Sorry for the delay 305 », begins by apologizing Caleb Martinreferring to Miami's area code. Then, he assures that he was “not not yet ready » to say goodbye to his former Heat fans.
Perhaps his summer contract situation played a role in this delay. The winger went from Florida to Philadelphia, leaving a bunch of dollars in the process: from a full deal worth $65 million over five years, he had to accept up to $25 million and a one-year contract less with the Sixers.
A failed financial bet which takes nothing away from his relationship with his former club. “ Miami has changed my life in more ways than I could have ever imagined. (The franchise) allowed me to move forward in my life, with my family and in my career », formulates the 29-year-old player in an Instagram post.
We recall that this undrafted player had played his first two seasons in the Big League with the Hornets, starting in 2019. But he really showed himself to his advantage after his arrival at the Heat. With the highlight, significant 2023 playoffs up to the NBA Final.
“ I didn't expect things to end like this »
“ It feels like it was just yesterday, when I was on a two-way contract trying to make a name for myself again. The fans, my teammates, my coaches and the city welcomed me with open arms and I always tried to return the favor by giving my all on the field every night », Continues Cody's twin.
His recent performances, including his best career scoring performance last year (10 points on average, but a decline in success), had allowed him to gain stability. And to pocket 13 million dollars over the last two years. Enough to whet your appetite and ultimately be a little too greedy.
“ I really didn't expect things to end this way, but nothing can ever replace the memories and love I've gained for this city and this franchise over the past three years. 305 will always be a second home and hold a special place in my heart. Thanks for everything, Heat Nation! “.
| Caleb Martin | Percentage | Rebounds | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | MJ | Min | Shots | 3pts | L.F. | Off | Def | Early | Pd | Party | Int | Bp | Ct | Pts |
| 2019-20 | CHA | 18 | 18 | 44.0 | 54.1 | 81.0 | 0.6 | 1.6 | 2.1 | 1.3 | 1.8 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 6.2 |
| 2020-21 | CHA | 53 | 15 | 37.5 | 24.8 | 64.1 | 0.6 | 2.1 | 2.7 | 1.3 | 1.2 | 0.7 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 5.0 |
| 2021-22 | MIA | 60 | 23 | 50.7 | 41.3 | 76.3 | 1.2 | 2.7 | 3.8 | 1.1 | 1.7 | 1.0 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 9.2 |
| 2022-23 | MIA | 71 | 29 | 46.4 | 35.6 | 80.5 | 1.2 | 3.6 | 4.9 | 1.7 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 9.6 |
| 2023-24 | MIA | 64 | 27 | 43.1 | 34.9 | 77.8 | 1.2 | 3.2 | 4.4 | 2.2 | 2.0 | 0.7 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 10.0 |
| Total | 266 | 24 | 45.0 | 35.7 | 76.2 | 1.0 | 2.9 | 3.9 | 1.6 | 1.8 | 0.9 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 8.5 | |
How to read the stats? MJ = matches played; Min = Minutes; Shots = Successful shots / Attempted shots; 3pts = 3-points / 3-points attempted; LF = free throws made / free throws attempted; Off = offensive rebound; Def=defensive rebound; Tot = Total rebounds; Pd = assists; Fte: Personal fouls; Int = Intercepts; Bp = Lost balls; Ct: Against; Pts = Points.
