"Alabama's Brandon Miller Receives Armed Security for NCAA Tournament Practice Due to Threats"

Alabama freshman basketball player Brandon Miller was accompanied by an armed security guard during March Madness practice due to threats he has received following his link to a deadly shooting. Miller transported the weapon used in the shooting, but has not faced any legal charges. Alabama coach Nate Oats defended the decision to have Miller play and travel with security, citing the severity of the threats. Miller was recently named SEC Player of the Year and is expected to be a top-five NBA Draft pick.