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Slater Martin: Houston's Five-Time NBA Champion Guard

Slater Martin was born October 22, 1925, in Elmina, Texas, and grew up in Houston. He starred at the University of Texas and won five NBA championships.

BY JOHN MCGILLIE/ October 22, 2026 / 3-MIN READ

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Houston Texans

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Arlington Texas

The 2026 FIFA World Cup Is in Texas Right Now

Two Texas cities, nine weeks of World Cup football. Arlington hosts a semifinal at AT&T Stadium. Houston brings Germany and Portugal to NRG. Here's the full breakdown.

Jun 15 / 8-MIN

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football

Wahoo McDaniel: Midland, Texas Made a Legend

Before he ever stepped into a wrestling ring, Ed "Wahoo" McDaniel was a West Texas multi-sport phenomenon and an AFL champion. From a childhood baseball team coached by George H.W. Bush to legendary feuds with Ric Flair, explore the larger-than-life true story of a Texas icon.

Jun 14 / 5-MIN

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