Reggie Miller

Reggie Miller is an American retired professional basketball player, born on August 24, 1965, in Riverside, California. He is widely recognized as one of the greatest shooters in the history of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Miller spent his entire professional career playing for the Indiana Pacers, where he was known for his precision three-point shooting and clutch performances in high-pressure situations.

Miller's career spanned over 18 seasons, during which he became the Pacers' all-time leading scorer and was selected to five NBA All-Star teams. Off the court, Miller is also known for his charitable work and contributions to the community.

UCLA

• College Career: Miller played collegiate basketball at UCLA, where he became a standout player and led the team to a Pac-10 Conference title in 1987.

Indiana Pacers

• Early Success: Miller was drafted by the Indiana Pacers in 1987. Despite initial skepticism from fans, he quickly proved himself as a valuable player and emerged as one of the league's top shooters.
  Longevity and Consistency: Miller spent his entire 18-year career with the Pacers, becoming the team's all-time leading scorer.
  Playoff Heroics: Miller was known for his clutch performances and ability to make crucial plays in high-pressure situations, particularly during the playoffs.

USA National Team

• Miller represented the USA National Team in several competitions, winning gold medals at the 1994 FIBA World Championship and the 1996 Olympic Games.

• Position: Primarily a shooting guard, but also capable of playing as a small forward.
• Skills: Known for his exceptional three-point shooting, scoring ability, and clutch performances. Miller was celebrated for his competitiveness, basketball IQ, and ability to perform under pressure.

• Family: Miller is the brother of fellow former professional basketball player Cheryl Miller. He has two children.
• Philanthropy: Miller has been involved in various charitable activities, including youth basketball programs and initiatives to fight cancer.

• Reggie Miller is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for his longevity in professional basketball, his unflinching competitiveness, and his impact on the sport. His status as an icon extends beyond the court, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

Most 3-point field goals in NBA history:

• Miller held the record for the most 3-point field goals made in NBA history until 2011.

NBA All-Star:

• Miller was selected to the NBA All-Star team five times during his career.

Indiana Pacers all-time leading scorer:

• Miller is the Pacers' all-time leading scorer, with 25,279 points.

Books

• Miller, R. (2019) I Love Being the Enemy: A Season on the Court with the NBA's Best Shooter and Sharpest Tongue. New York: Simon & Schuster.
• Stout, M. (2010) Reggie Miller: Shooting Star. New York: Random House.

Websites

• NBA: Information about Reggie Miller’s career and achievements. Available at: https://www.nba.com
• Indiana Pacers: Details about Miller’s career at the Pacers. Available at: https://www.pacers.com
• ESPN: Updates and records of Miller in ESPN archives. Available at: https://www.espn.com

Articles

• Bleacher Report: Reggie Miller: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.bleacherreport.com
• Sports Illustrated: Reggie Miller’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.si.com

Interviews and Documentaries

• Winning Time: Reggie Miller vs. The New York Knicks (2010): Directed by Dan Klores. This ESPN 30 for 30 documentary provides a detailed look at Miller’s career, particularly his rivalry with the New York Knicks.
• NBA TV Interviews: Various interviews and features on Reggie Miller, covering different aspects of his career. Available at: https://www.nba.com