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UCLA Basketball: 15 best former UCLA basketball players who had the best NBA careers

By Ryan Kay

Dec 11, 2020; Los Angeles, California, USA; Fan cutouts of Reggie Miller (left), Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (center) and Bill Walton in the stands during the NCAA basketball game between the UCLA Bruins and the Marquette Golden Eagles at Pauley Pavilion. UCLA defeated Marquette 69-60. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 11, 2020; Los Angeles, California, USA; Fan cutouts of Reggie Miller (left), Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (center) and Bill Walton in the stands during the NCAA basketball game between the UCLA Bruins and the Marquette Golden Eagles at Pauley Pavilion. UCLA defeated Marquette 69-60. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan. 30, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins former player Reggie Miller’s jersey was retired at Pauley Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports /

. . Reggie Miller. 3. player. 518.

Top three traits: Shooting ability, leadership qualities, and hardworking and dedicated

Reggie Miller is widely regarded as one of the greatest NBA history and had a highly successful career spanning 18 seasons with the Indiana Pacers. Here are some of his notable accomplishments, honors, and achievements:

Miller was selected as an NBA All-Star five times during his career. He represented the Eastern Conference in the All-Star Game in 1990, 1995, 1996, 1998, and 2000.

In 1996, as part of the NBA’s 50th-anniversary celebrations, Miller was named one of the 50 greatest players in NBA history.

At the time of his retirement, Miller ranked second in NBA history for career three-point field goals made, behind only Ray Allen. He also finished his career with 25,279 points, which placed him in the top 25 on the all-time scoring list.

Miller spent his entire NBA career with the Indiana Pacers from 1987 to 2005. He was a key figure in the team’s success during the 1990s and early 2000s. He led the Pacers to the NBA Finals in 2000, where they faced the Los Angeles Lakers. Although they lost in the Finals, reaching that stage was a significant achievement for Miller and the Pacers.

Miller was known for his clutch shooting and ability to perform under pressure. He had numerous memorable playoff performances, including his eight points scored in 8.9 seconds against the New York Knicks in the 1995 NBA Playoffs.

In 2006, the Indiana Pacers retired Reggie Miller’s No. 31 jersey, honoring his contributions to the franchise. In 2012, Miller was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, recognizing his outstanding career and impact on the game.

Reggie Miller’s achievements on the court solidify his status as one of the all-time greats and a legendary figure in NBA history.

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His accomplishments, rewards, and achievements:

Five-time NBA All-Star: 1990, 1995, 1996, 1998, 2000
Three-time All-NBA Third Team: 1995, 1996, 1998
Member of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame: 2012
Member of the NBA 75th Anniversary Team: 2021
His No. 31 retired by Indiana Pacers: 2006

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Important Achievements and Accomplishments:

An All-American: 1986
Named to the All-Pac-10 team: 1986. 1987
Key member of the Pac-10 Championship team: 1987
UCLA Athletic Hall of Fame Member: 1998
#31 Jersey Retired: 2013
One of few members of the UCLA 2000 Points Club

Career Stats while Playing at UCLA

Point per game: 17.2
Field Goal %: 54.7
Free Throw %: 83.6
Rebounds per game: 4.2
Assists per game: 2.0