This Wednesday, the Alabama team landed at the Legacy Arena in Birmingham (USA) for the traditional pre-game press conference, but also to get their bearings on the eve of the start of March Madness. But then, when Brandon Miller arrived, he was accompanied by an armed bodyguard. The latter followed him wherever he went, even standing next to the podium while the player spoke to reporters.
Nate Oats, the team’s coach, explained that his player had received numerous threats since his involvement in the shooting that led to the murder of a 23-year-old woman was learned.
“ If you saw what I saw as threats, I think you would understand the need for a bodyguard. » said the coach. ” And I don’t want to get into any of that. As you know, this is a heartbreaking situation on all levels. But some of the messages sent by people who hide behind fake email addresses… It’s not something a young college student should go through “.
As a reminder, a police investigation has confirmed that Brandon Miller brought his former teammate Darius Miles the weapon that was used in a shooting that cost the death of Jamea Harris, a young mother of 23 years. Despite this, no charges were brought against him.
When asked about the bodyguard, Brandon Miller kicked in: I always go to all matches with a security service. That’s all I have to say about it » replied the player.
Tipped in the Top 5 or even the Top 3 at the next NBA Draft, this situation is becoming more and more complicated to manage for Brandon Miller. The winger was thus set aside for the title of best player of the season in the NCAA because of his involvement in this affair. And for his March Madness debut on Thursday, he completely missed his game with 0 points at 0/5 shooting. A failed exit which did not harm his team, since Alabama easily disposed of Texas A&M-CC (96-75).
