Former Nba Player Oliver “The Big or” Miller has died.
According to The associated pressThe center of 6 feet-9, of more than 300 pounds was 54.
Miller’s death was announced by many of his former teams, as well as the National Basketball Rethired Players Association, although a cause of death with the audience has not been shared. However, the news of his passage comes almost a month after Miller shared a tribute video published by Arkansas Razorbacks, a team he played from 1988 to 1992, which confirmed that he was fighting cancer.
Miller’s old teams remember their talent and contributions
Miller’s old teams have taken social media to remember it.
“We are deeply saddened by the passage of the legend of Arkansas Oliver Miller,” the razorbacks wrote in a publication on social media. “A key member of the 1990 final Four team, a SWC Hall of Famer, a first selection of the NBA draft and a real Razorback spirit. We love you Big O.
On Wednesday, the Toronto Raptors celebrated a moment of silence for Miller during a home game against the 76ers of Philadelphia. The team also shared a tribute to Miller on social media.
“Toronto’s raptors are sad to discover the passage of Oliver Miller, who spent three seasons with our organization. It is a special place in our history as a member of our opening team in 1995, and we are very grateful for all their contributions. We send our deepest condolences to the Miller family,” the team wrote with a rest image.
Miller played professional basketball in the state of the state and abroad
Miller was a prominent player in Arkansas, with an average of 12.2 points and 6.5 rebounds over his four seasons with the team. It was essential to bring the 1989-90 Razorbacks team to Final Four. Although the team lost to Duke, Miller’s efforts earned him the Southwest Conference Award Relator of the year 1991.
In 1992, Miller was drafted by Phoenix Suns in 1992. He was the general team number 22. While with the Suns, Miller promised 7.4 points and 5.9 rebounds per game. He also played the Detroit Pistons, Dallas Mavericks, Sacramento Kings and Minnesota Timberwolves.
Miller also brought his basketball talents abroad to Europe. He played for the continental Basketball Association, the United States Basketball League and the Harlem Gloctotters.
