Patty Mills is a renowned Australian professional basketball player who entered the NBA after being picked in the 2009 NBA Draft. Being only 6 feet tall with ambitions of making it big in Professional Basketball, Pat tried his hand in other international leagues such as the NBL and the CBA (Chinese Basketball League) to further hone his skills and become a more productive player on the team. Known for his exceptional shooting skills and ability to energize his team with his consistent efforts on the court, Mills has established himself as a reliable bench player and starter. To get a better understanding of Pat's path to success, we will take a look at Pat’s Championship-winning season.
Patty Mills' Championship Ring
Patty Mills has one Championship ring as part of the San Antonio Spurs. The Spurs entered the 2014 Playoffs as favorites with 62 regular season wins. With a well-structured roster and style of play, they once again reached the NBA Finals to battle their old foe, the Miami Heat.
The Previous season, the Heat was lucky to edge out the Spurs and win the championship. With the Spurs reaching the 2013 NBA Finals, it seemed that Pat was close to winning his first Ring after a comeback but the Spurs lost in Game seven to the Heat.
The Spurs prevailed in the 2014 finals encounter by beating the Heat four games to one (4-1). This was Pat's first NBA Championship and one earned with years of hard work.
Pat got to show his potential as he averaged 10.2 points, 1.8 assists, and 0.8 steals in the regular season, and 7.3 points, 1.4 assists, and 0.7 steals in the Playoffs. His 14 points and 17 points performances in Game 4 and Game 5 helped build the Spurs chances to overcome the Lebron-led Heat.
Patty Mills’ basketball career is a collection of numerous achievements both individually and as part of the Spurs in the NBA. As he continues to carve out a legacy within the sport, both in the NBA and representing Australia, it is evident that Patty Mills will always be remembered for his significant contributions to the NBA and his country.
FAQs
A. Born on August 11, 1988, Pat is 34 years old.
A. Pat was selected as the 25th pick (55th overall) in the second round by the Portland Trail Blazers in the 2009 NBA Draft.
A. Being six feet tall, Patty plays the Point guard position.
A. Pat’s wingspan measures 6 feet 2 inches in length.
A. Patty Mills is part of the Australian Boomers roster and will be playing in the world cup.
A. Pat has only one championship ring (2014 NBA Champions).
