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sports2 years ago

Brandon Miller's Lessons Learned from NBA Draft Interviews and Alabama Shooting Link.

Brandon Miller, a top NBA prospect, is facing questions from teams at the Draft Combine about his role in an alleged murder that occurred during his time at Alabama. Miller stated that the incident was "a lesson learned" and that he should have been more aware of his surroundings. He is currently projected to go second overall in the draft, but his decision-making that fateful night in January will hang over his head for the foreseeable future. Miller's former teammate and another man now face capital murder charges, while Miller was not charged with a crime or disciplined by Alabama.

sports2 years ago

"Brandon Miller's NBA Draft Prospects Overshadowed by Tragic Link to Alabama Shooting Death"

Brandon Miller, a top pick in the upcoming NBA draft, spoke to reporters for the first time since the end of Alabama's basketball season and shared his message to NBA teams about the night of Jamea Harris' murder in Tuscaloosa. Miller emphasized the importance of being aware of one's surroundings and how it could change one's career in less than a heartbeat. Miller is considered a witness and not a suspect in the case.

sports2 years ago

Alabama basketball falls short in Sweet Sixteen upset by San Diego State.

Alabama's best basketball season in school history, which ended in a Sweet 16 loss to San Diego State, will be remembered for the shooting death of Jamea Harris involving players on the team. The decision to play Brandon Miller and Jaden Bradley immediately after the shooting added unnecessary conflict to a tragedy. Alabama put basketball above people, and it came at a price. The season was overshadowed by a clear failure in leadership, and the perception is that it was sports at all costs.

sports2 years ago

Controversy and tragedy overshadow Alabama's March Madness journey.

Alabama's basketball team won their first-round NCAA tournament game, but controversy surrounding the involvement of players in a murder case continues to swirl. Brandon Miller, who delivered a weapon to the crime scene, did not score any points during the game. Security was present at the tournament news conference and around the arena. A fourth player, freshman Kai Spears, was also reportedly at the scene of the crime. Alabama's athletic director denied the report, calling it "untrue." Miller has been receiving hate mail and threats and has been leaning on his teammates for support.

sports2 years ago

The Tragic Shadow Looming Over Alabama's March Madness Run.

As the NCAA Tournament begins, the story of Brandon Miller, the best basketball player on Birmingham's biggest basketball stage in a decade and a half, takes center stage. However, the tragic death of Jamea Harris and the unfair framing of her family's conflict with Alabama basketball and Miller must not be forgotten. This NCAA Tournament is unlike any other, but it is important to remember the more important things.