Mike Miller

Professional basketball player, NBA champion

Mike Miller - Professional basketball player, NBA champion
Born

February 19th, 1980
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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An American basketball player, Miller played college basketball at the University of Florida and was selected by the Orlando Magic in the first round of the 2000 NBA Draft. He had a successful career in the NBA, known for exceptional shooting skills and versatility on the court. He won two NBA championships with the Miami Heat in 2012 and 2013. Miller also played for several teams, including the Memphis Grizzlies, Washington Wizards, and the Minnesota Timberwolves, contributing to significant playoff runs. His ability to shoot three-pointers made him a valuable asset for the teams he played on.

Winning two NBA Championships with Miami Heat

Winning NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award in 2006

Shooting over 40% from three-point range in multiple seasons

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