Reggie Miller's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Reggie Miller.

Reggie Miller was an American professional basketball player, celebrated for his 18-year NBA career with the Indiana Pacers. He is renowned as one of the NBA's premier shooters, particularly for his clutch three-point shots, earning him the moniker 'Knick Killer' due to his memorable performances against the New York Knicks. Miller achieved five All-Star selections and was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2012. His legacy was further solidified with his inclusion in the NBA 75th Anniversary Team in 2021.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Legacy & Impact

1984: NIT Championship

In the 1984-85 NCAA season, Reggie Miller contributed to the UCLA Bruins' victory in the NIT Championship.

1986: All-American Honors

In 1986, as a junior, Reggie Miller earned third-team All-American honors while playing college basketball for the UCLA Bruins.

1986: All-Pac-10 Selection

In 1986-87, during his senior season, Reggie Miller earned All-Pac-10 honors for the second consecutive year while at UCLA.

February 28, 1987: 33 Points vs Louisville

On February 28, 1987, Reggie Miller scored 33 points in the second half against defending national champion Louisville, setting a school record.

November 28, 1992: Career-High 57 Points

On November 28, 1992, Reggie Miller scored a career-high 57 points against the Charlotte Hornets, setting a Pacers franchise record in a 134-122 victory.

1994: FIBA World Championship Gold Medal

In 1994, Reggie Miller won a gold medal with the US national team at the FIBA World Championship, where he averaged 17.1 points.

May 7, 1995: 8.9 Seconds Game 1 Comeback

On May 7, 1995, Reggie Miller scored eight points in 8.9 seconds in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Knicks, leading the Pacers to a 107-105 victory.

1996: Olympic Gold Medal

In 1996, Reggie Miller won a gold medal as part of the Olympic men's basketball team, contributing 11.4 points per game.

May 25, 1998: Game-Winning Shot vs Bulls

On May 25, 1998, Reggie Miller hit a game-winning three-pointer with 0.7 seconds left in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Chicago Bulls, securing a 96-94 victory.

May 6, 2000: 40-Point Game with Rose

On May 6, 2000, in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, Reggie Miller and teammate Jalen Rose each scored 40 points, becoming the highest-scoring teammate pair in playoff history.

June 2, 2000: Eastern Conference Finals Win

On June 2, 2000, Reggie Miller scored 34 points, including 17 in the fourth quarter, leading the Indiana Pacers to a 93-80 victory over the New York Knicks in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals, clinching the series.

May 19, 2005: Final NBA Game

On May 19, 2005, Reggie Miller played his final NBA game at Conseco Fieldhouse, scoring 27 points in a loss to the Detroit Pistons, ending his career with a standing ovation and a timeout tribute from both teams, which won the 2005 Best Moment ESPY Award.