The Indiana Pacers player Myles Turner magically appeared on the scene and fetched a clean pass from teammate Tyrese Haliburton. That was it. All it took was one swift dribble before Turner heroically bypassed opponent Giannis Antetokounmpo and slammed a clean basket over him. This electrifying performance that even the NBA could not hold back the excitement. Taking to Instagram, they shared a clip of Turner’s shocking slam over his Bucks opponent. They captioned the clip in all bold letters that read, “Miles Turner My Goodness. Winds up and Puts down the Poster Slam!”

With an average of 14 points, 6.8​ rebounds, and 2.2​ blocks per 615 games so far, Miles is one of the most well-rounded centres in the NBA. While we are aware of his player’s defensive prowess and a very evident versatility during his recent stint, how did Myles get into basketball and become the celebrated pro player that he is today? Let us examine his family to understand the factors that shaped his decade-long career.

Who Are Myles Turner’s Parents?

Myles Turner, 29, was born on March 24, 1996, to David Turner and Mary Turner. Despite their African-American descent and ethnicity, David and Mary Turner are U.S. Nationals who reside in Texas. Myles grew up in the serene town of Bedford, Texas, and showcased a keen interest in basketball from a very young age.

Unlike traditional parents who disregard their children’s interests and pleas as trivial, David and Mary recognized this inclination early on and persuaded him to pursue the sport. What followed was a young Myles starting on the court at just six years old. And he never looked back since.

Miles went on to participate in the AAU basketball tournaments throughout his high school, where he represented Texas. He was quick to proceed to the pros after a one-year stint at the University of Texas. We can only imagine the exceptional gameplay that landed the overall 11th draft pick in the pros! According to Turner, the efforts and teachings of both his parents have significantly shaped him into the person he is today.

Who Is Myles Turner’s Father David? What Does He Do?

David Turner has been an influential figure in Turner’s life and has constantly pushed him towards achieving new heights in his basketball career. David has strongly emphasised physical training since Turner was in high school, and even purchased a BowFlex for him to strength-train after school every day.

As his son’s first coach, David also encouraged Myles to engage in high-octane activities like sit-ups and push-ups, and the father-son duo would actively participate in these exercises before David left for work.

David has been working at the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport for nearly thirty years. He started working as a bus driver before getting promoted to the post of Client Servicing Agent. Despite his night shifts at the airport, David made it a point to attend all of Myles’ matches. At least all the High School matches, thereby instilling Myles with confidence and toughness.

Who Is Myles Turner’s Mother Mary?

Myles started the WARM (We All Really Matter) program with his mom. And the star hasn’t looked back since. The WARM program wasn’t always the widespread initiative that it is today. It originally began in the town of Bedford, Texas, where Myles was born and brought up, with the sole purpose of uplifting their community and brethren.

With a strong commitment to support those in need by providing daily essentials, Mary and Myles were successful in spreading their community to Indianapolis. Growing up, Mary had instilled a deep-rooted sense of dedication towards family while maintaining a strict work ethic. This is clearly reflected in the Pacers’ star’s performance on the court. He recalls being denied television time to focus on sharpening his basketball skills as Mary encouraged personal growth and productivity in her son.

Inside Myles Turner Relationship with His Parents

Family has been an essential part of Turner’s identity, shaping the player and person he has become. The Pacers often credit the Turner’s strong foundation to his parents. In a candid moment with HoopsHype, the athlete said, “My parents raised me to always shake hands, say ‘yes, sir’ and ‘no, sir,’ hold the door open for people, make eye contact when you’re having a conversation—just the little stuff like that. That never got away from me.” 

Though David Turner has worked blue-collar jobs over decades, he has never missed any chance to cheer his son on. After long night shifts and gruelling working pressure, his priority was to instill strong work ethic in his son, which still remains the cornerstone of his game. While his mother also played a key role in Turner’s growth, putting his development over themselves, Myles understands the sacrifices that were made for him to reach new heights. Being driven by his gratitude towards them, the young athlete is set to lead Indiana’s defense to the NBA Finals.