Team Info
Years Active: 1967-1969
Stadiums: Sam Houston Coliseum
The Houston Mavericks were one of the original teams in the in 1967 and began with the worst start possible when a money mix up caused the team to miss the first four rounds of the draft. The team was coached by hall-of-famer Slater Martin, but the lack of talent caused the Mavericks to finish last in attendance. Due to financial problems, the owner gave the team to the league and commissioner George Mikan began sending players to the Mavericks in hopes of improving them. With coach Slater being Mikan's former teammate with the Lakers, the moves were viewed poorly and Slater resigned. The team was sold and moved after the season. They became the in 1969 and the in 1974.
Notable Players
- Willie Somerset
- DeWitt Menyard
Product Info
- 100% Cotton (52% Cotton 48% Polyester for heather colors)
- Extra Soft
- Lightweight
- Classic Fit
- By request: available up to size 5xl, youth sizes, women's sizes and long sleeves
This product is an historical representation of the defunct team in the description. The product is in no way affiliated with any existing team, league or other organization.
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