The Milwaukee Bucks posted a video of Myles Turner to better introduce him to the community by having him answer multiple questions about his personal life and life as an NBA player.
Turner, Milwaukee Bucks
Apr 28, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) shoots the ball while Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (11) defends during game four of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports
There were questions about his favorite pet, how he spends his time off the court, and even his favorite NBA player growing up. That happened to be Dirk Nowitzki since he grew up in Texas.
All of the questions seem harmless but if one will over-read his answer to one of the questions, the person will probably get offended.
That what supporters of his former team Indiana Pacers did and now, they are on his case again, calling him out for making another cheapshot.
The question at the center of this was about the most popular contact in his phonebook.
“Well, I guess I can’t say Reggie Miller,” Turner said. “Shaquille O’Neal.”
Cat dad, outdoorsman, and LEGO connoisseur.
Get to know Myles Turner. pic.twitter.com/kw3WDJ9DQa
— Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) August 8, 2025
Reggie Miller
Jun 13, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Reggie Miller applauds during the second half during game four of the 2025 NBA Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
Miller is a legend for the Pacers and this is where Indiana fans are coming from. Although it should be noted, too, that Shaq is more famous than the legendary shooter.
Myles Turner irks Pacers fans again
Fans thought it was another shade at the organization.
Interviewer: “Most famous contact in your phone?”
Myles Turner: “well I guess I can’t say Reggie Miller…umm, Shaquille O’Neal.” https://t.co/eSNvMagYjH
— Alex Golden (@AlexGoldenNBA) August 8, 2025
Why keep trying to hate on the pacers? Where’s the loyalty/respect
— Casie Helton (@casie_helton) August 8, 2025
Dude has lost so much good faith in Indy over the past month it’s kinda sad
— Eric Osterman (@ericosty11) August 8, 2025
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Dec 6, 2023; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) sits on the bench during practice day prior to the In-Season Tournament semi-finals at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-USA TODAY Sports
Turner ended his 10-year tenure with the Pacers this summer. He was their longest-tenured player before leaving for the Bucks to sign a four-year, $108.9 million deal.
Pacers fans did not like his answer when asked why he moved to their rivals.
“For me, ultimately it was about just staying competitive,” Turner told reporters last month.
“Two years ago, we got to the conference finals. Obviously, last year we got to the Finals. Being a big part of winning basketball just changed my entire perspective on this league. I saw a chance to remain competitive here.”
Pacers are extremely fractured heading to new season with star Tyrese Haliburton out for a full season.
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