Indiana Pacers Mourn the Tragic Passing of Reginald Wayne Miller at Age 59

Indianapolis, IN — In a moment of profound sorrow, the Indiana Pacers organization has announced the tragic death of franchise legend Reginald Wayne Miller, who passed away at the age of 59 following a catastrophic medical emergency. The beloved Hall of Famer reportedly suffered a disastrous cardiac event at his California home late Monday night and could not be revived despite immediate medical intervention.

Reggie Miller, as he was famously known, was more than a basketball player—he was the beating heart of Indiana basketball for nearly two decades. A five-time NBA All-Star and the league’s all-time leader in three-pointers until 2011, Miller spent his entire 18-year career with the Pacers, embodying loyalty, competitive spirit, and clutch performance.

“This is an unimaginable loss,” said Pacers owner Herb Simon. “Reggie wasn’t just the face of our franchise—he was the soul. His leadership, integrity, and love for the game inspired generations. We are heartbroken.”

Miller’s legendary performances, especially his playoff heroics against the New York Knicks, made him a household name and a symbol of Indiana pride. After retiring in 2005, Miller remained active in basketball as a respected NBA analyst, mentor, and ambassador for the game.

He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2012 and is immortalized in the Pacers’ history, with his No. 31 jersey hanging proudly in the rafters of Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Fans have already begun gathering at the arena, laying flowers, lighting candles, and sharing stories of the man who made “Miller Time” a sacred phrase in Indiana.

Funeral arrangements and a public memorial service will be announced in the coming days. The entire basketball world now mourns the loss of a true icon—Rest in Peace, Reggie Miller.