A native of Inglewood, California, Miner first came to prominence as a high school player. A stand-out on his team at Inglewood High School, Miner\'s spectacular dunking ability resulted in his being given the nickname "Baby Jordan," in reference to fellow NBA high flyer Michael Jordan.\n', '

Miner attended USC from 1989 until 1992. As a junior in what would be his final season with the team, Miner\'s play earned him Sports Illustrated magazine\'s selection as the college basketball player of the year over such notable candidates as Christian Laettner, Shaquille O\'Neal, and Alonzo Mourning. Miner led the USC Trojans men\'s basketball team to a #2 seeding in the 1992 NCAA Men\'s Division I Basketball Tournament. The Trojans were upset in the second round, however, falling on one of the most famous baskets in the tournament\'s history—a three-pointer at the buzzer by James Forrest of Georgia Tech.\n', '

Miner left college after the 1992 season and declared himself eligible for the 1992 NBA Draft. He was selected by the Miami Heat with the draft\'s 12th overall pick.\n', '

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