MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Daxter Miles played 42 minutes in his first visit to Phog Allen Fieldhouse, a coming-of-age performance in which he scored 23 points, sank five 3s, and yet, left unfulfilled after West Virginia squandered its chance to upset Kansas.
The sophomore makes his return to Lawrence on Tuesday night, coming off the second 20-point game of his career.
“Last year, playing there as a freshman, it was amazing,” Miles said. “I’d never seen a place like it.”
Then he hastily added, “Except here, at West Virginia University.”
No disclaimer needed. No shame in complimenting a college basketball shrine that gushes energy and nostalgia.