Mike Miller Is Stepping Away From His Assistant Coach Position At Memphis

Mike Miller was drafted in the 2000 NBA Draft where he was taken by Orlando in the first round and was the fifth overall pick.

During his career Mike Miller who was a Small Forward as well as well as a shooting guard played for Orlando who drafted him out of Florida in 2000 while he also played for Memphis , Minnesota, Washington, Miami, Cleveland and Denver and was a 2x NBA Champion 2000-2001 All-Rookie, 2000-2001 ROY, 2005-2006 Sixth Man. “according to https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/m/millemi01.html

After his NBA career was complete Mike Miller became a member of Penny Hardaway’s coaching staff as an assistant starting in April 2018. “according to https://gotigersgo.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/coaches/mike-miller/1773 where the former NBA player established himself as one of the best recruiters in the country, helping Memphis land the top-ranked recruiting class in 2019. “according to an article by Jeff Borzello on espn.com.

But now it’s time for Mike Miller to step away from his assistant coach position at Memphis.

Why?

Because he wants to focus more time on his family. However, Mike Miller said he wants to stay in the game on the hardwood in some capacity. He had this to say about that.

I will find a way to stay in basketball and make an impact on the city I love so much! “according to an article by Jeff Borzello on espn.com.

There is a possibility though that we could see Mike Miller back at Memphis in future not as a coach but perhaps as a spectator. Why? One of Miller's sons, Mason, is considered a high-major prospect in the 2021 class. Memphis had been the perceived favorite in his recruitment. “according to an article by Jeff Borzello on espn.com