Former Temple basketball player Hysier Miller is under investigation by federal authorities for betting on Owls games, according to a report from ESPN.
Miller, who transferred to Virginia Tech this season after spending three years at Temple, allegedly point-shaved and fixed the outcome of games, per the outlet. “due to circumstances prior to his enrollment at Virginia Tech,” which presumably stemmed from his role in the gambling scandal at Temple. In a statement to ESPN, Miller’s attorney, Jason P. Bologna, said, “Hysier Miller has overcome more adversity in his 22 years than most people face in their lifetime.
University spokesperson Steve Orbanek told ESPN that Temple is “aware of the deeply concerning allegations of sports wagering last season,” and “will cooperate fully should we be contacted,” although the school hasn’t “received any requests for information” from law enforcement.ESPN insider Adam Schefter's wife 'didn't appreciate' breaking news sex story
Chiefs president forced to respond to rumors that Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift relationship is 'a marketing strategy' in TV interviewlast March before a game against UAB, which saw the Owls move from a 1.5-point underdog to an eight-point underdog on game day. The Owls would get blown out, 100-72, with Miller scoring just eight points on 3-of-9 shooting with zero assists. During his last season at Temple, Miller averaged 15.9 points, 3.6 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.8 steals while playing 36.4 minutes per game.
The Owls went 12-19 during the regular season before making a run to the AAC Tournament championship game, in which they lost to AUB.
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