Benner's pregame banter with Miller was, of course, an act. A well-played bit in which he used his real talent for sarcasm, but also something like a professional wrestling alter-ego.

Reggie Miller played for only one team during his 18-year NBA career. He spent his entire career with the Indiana Pacers and developed several special connections, including one with David Benner.

Former Indiana Pacer Reggie Miller and Pacer director of media relation David Benner, go through their original pregame ritual before the start of their game at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on Thursday ...

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When Benner died two years ago, after a battle with cancer, he left everyone from his good friend Reggie Miller to game ushers to coworkers to family and friends feeling the void.

Former Indiana Pacer Reggie Miller and Pacer director of media relation David Benner, go through their original pregame ritual before the start of their game at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on Thursday ...

When Benner died two years ago, after a battle with cancer, he left everyone from his good friend Reggie Miller to game ushers to coworkers to family and friends feeling the void. Start the day ...

Former Indiana Pacer Reggie Miller and Pacer director of media relation David Benner, go through their original pregame ritual before the start of their game at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on Thursday ...