Alabama's now controversial freshman standout Brandon Miller changed his Twitter banner that used to display his pat-down introduction ritual.
men’s basketball coach Nate Oats vowed that Brandon Miller wouldn’t do his controversial pat-down ritual again, it appears the freshman standout has made some changes to his social media account. showed his pregame ritual, which is to walk in during introductions and get a pat-down by a teammate.
Fox News Digital sent Alabama several emails, including one inquiring about the timing of the change to Miller's social media account and if he was asked by the school to make the change, but received no response. Miller’s attorney, Jim Standridge, noted his client was unaware at the time that he was in possession of the handgun, which has cleared the way for Alabama to allow him to continue playing. Standridge released a statement that said Miller"never saw the handgun" when he drove down to meet Miles and Davis.
But since the police testimony revealed Miller’s involvement, the Crimson Tide have received backlash from many believing that Miller shouldn’t be allowed to suit up each night.
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