Oliver Miller

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/oliver-miller

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Oliver Miller born?April 6, 1970
2. Where was Oliver Miller born?USA
3. What is Oliver Miller known for?Professional basketball player, nicknamed 'the Big O' due to his size
4. How tall is Oliver Miller?6 feet 9 inches (2.06 meters)
5. How heavy is Oliver Miller?Over 300 pounds (136 kilograms)
6. What is the NBA draft year?1992

NBA Draft: The annual process by which NBA teams select eligible players from college and international leagues.
International Basketball: Professional basketball played in leagues outside of North America, often referred to as 'overseas' play.
Minor League Basketball: Professional basketball leagues in the United States that are below the level of the NBA, often serving as a developmental ground.
Rebounding: The act of gaining possession of the ball after a missed shot.