Brandon Miller issues explanation after Michael Jordan trash talk

20 July 2023 , 09:04

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Brandon Miller spoke to Michael Jordan before the NBA Draft (Image: Getty Images)

Brandon Miller, the No.2 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, has opened up about his comments on basketball legend Michael Jordan, saying he stands by his words and has no regrets.

The young Charlotte Hornets star is preparing for his rookie season in the NBA and is determined to make a name for himself. Jordan, the former majority owner of the Hornets, recently sold his stake in the team for a staggering $3 billion valuation.

The news came just days before the 2023 NBA Draft, where the Hornets used their No.2 pick to select Miller from Alabama. Miller, along with other promising prospects like Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson, caught the attention of several NBA scouts and teams.

During the pre-draft process, Miller had the opportunity to meet with the Hornets' management, including Jordan himself and it was during this meeting that Miller revealed an interesting tidbit about the Chicago Bulls legend.

He shared that Jordan had air-balled a free-throw, a moment that Miller witnessed firsthand. This revelation sparked a conversation about trash-talking, and Miller's response to Jordan's mishap.

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"I think [trash talking MJ] kind of showed another side of me," Miller said during an interview on Paul George's Podcast P. "I think me responding to him, I don't think he thought I was going to say anything to him just because, you know, he is Michael Jordan. But you know, I did see him air ball that free throw. So that is one thing I have above him."

Before officially joining the Hornets, Miller had the opportunity to showcase his skills in the NBA Summer League. In five games, he averaged an impressive 15.2 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game.

Miller says trash-talking Jordan "showed another side of me" (Getty Images)

One notable game was against the San Antonio Spurs, where Miller faced off against the No.1 overall pick, Victor Wembanyama. Miller outperformed Wembanyama, scoring 16 points compared to Wembanyama's nine, as the Spurs secured a 76-68 victory against the Hornets.

Reflecting on the game and his matchup against Wembanyama, Miller praised the French star for his tenacity and willingness to face challenges head-on. "It was fun just seeing him step up to a challenge and guard me full court," he said.

"I think that shows a lot of heart of who he is. He's definitely going to have a great career in the league, and I think he's just a great player off the court, just willing to learn small things."

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