Ten fun facts about Reggie Miller
Fact 1
When he retired, he held the record for most career 3-point field goals made. He is currently second on the list behind Ray Allen.
Fact 2
Miller was known for his precision three-point shooting, especially in clutch situations and most notably against the New York Knicks, for which he earned the nickname "Knick Killer".
Fact 3
The Pacers retired his No. 31 in 2006, and he was named to their 40th anniversary team in 2007.
Fact 4
A five-time All-Star selection, Miller led the league in free throw accuracy five times and won a gold medal in the 1996 Summer Olympics.
Fact 5
Currently, he works as an NBA commentator for TNT.
Fact 6
He was born with hip deformities, which caused an inability to walk correctly. After a few years of continuously wearing braces on both legs, his leg strength grew enough to compensate.
Fact 7
On Sept. 7, 2012, Miller was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.[5]
Fact 8
One of five siblings, he comes from an athletic family.
Fact 9
Miller played more games with the same team than all but two players in NBA history, John Stockton and Karl Malone of the Utah Jazz.
Fact 10
Miller led the league twice in three-point field goals made (1992–93, 1996–97). He led the league in free throw percentage five times, including his last season.
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