Houston Mavericks T-Shirt

Product Info

• 100% Cotton (52% Cotton 48% Polyester for heather colors)
• Extra Soft
• Lightweight
• Classic Fit
• Ships in 3-5 business days

Team: Houston Mavericks
Years Active: 1967-1969
Stadiums: Sam Houston Coliseum

The Houston Mavericks were one of the original teams in the ABA  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. The team became the Carolina Cougars in 1969 and the Spirits of St. Louis in 1974.

Notable Players

• Willie Somerset
• DeWitt Menyard

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.