Martin Krampelj
Martin Krampelj | |
|---|---|
| Born | March 10, 1995 Slovenia |
| Occupation | Professional basketball player |
| Years active | 2015–present |
| Known for | Playing for Bilbao Basket in Liga ACB, collegiate career at Creighton Bluejays |
Martin Krampelj (born 10 March 1995) is a Slovenian professional basketball athlete currently playing for Bilbao Basket in the Liga ACB. He previously competed at the collegiate level with the Creighton Bluejays.
Early career
Krampelj's formative basketball years were spent developing within the youth programs of Grosuplje followed by Krka.
College career
In 2015, Krampelj enrolled at Creighton University and joined the Bluejays squad. During his redshirt sophomore season, he averaged 11.9 points, 8.1 rebounds per contest, and posted a 67.1% shooting accuracy. His season was cut short in January 2018 due to an ACL injury. Returning as a redshirt junior, he improved to 13.5 points and 6.9 rebounds per game while maintaining a 59.2% field goal percentage. His performance earned him an Honorable Mention in the All-Big East selections and contributed to Creighton's 20–15 record and advancement to the National Invitation Tournament quarterfinals. Following this season, he declared for the NBA draft, opting to forgo his remaining college eligibility.
Cedevita Olimpija (2019–2020)
After not being selected in the 2019 NBA draft, Krampelj participated with the Denver Nuggets during the 2019 NBA Summer League. On 12 July 2019, he inked his first professional deal with Cedevita Olimpija.
Loan to MoraBanc Andorra (2019–2020)
On 18 December 2019, Krampelj was loaned from Cedevita Olimpija to MoraBanc Andorra.
GTK Gliwice (2020)
Krampelj signed with GTK Gliwice of the PLK on 20 August 2020. He appeared in seven games, averaging 10.0 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.4 assists, and 1.9 steals per outing before mutually parting ways on 9 October.
Sioux Falls Skyforce (2021–2022)
In October 2021, Krampelj was acquired by the Sioux Falls Skyforce from the available player pool. Although briefly removed from the roster on 3 February 2022, he was re-signed and activated on 10 February. Across 31 games, he averaged 9.5 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 1.1 assists while playing an average of 19.5 minutes per game.
Aguada (2022)
Krampelj joined Aguada of the Uruguayan League in April 2022.
Hamilton Honey Badgers (2022)
On 5 May 2022, he became part of the Hamilton Honey Badgers roster competing in the CEBL.
MKS Dąbrowa Górnicza (2022–2023)
He signed with MKS Dąbrowa Górnicza, a team in Poland's top division PLK, on 20 September 2022.
Yalovaspor (2024–2025)
Krampelj agreed to terms with Yalovaspor Basketbol, participating in Turkey's Basketbol Süper Ligi (BSL), on 24 August 2024.
Sagesse Club (2025)
On 14 June 2025, he joined Lebanese side Sagesse Club, competing in the Lebanese Basketball League (LBL).
Bilbao Basket (2025–present)
Most recently, on 5 August 2025, Krampelj signed with Spanish top-tier club Bilbao Basket, active in the Liga ACB.