Ex-NC State star DJ Burns reacts with 2 words as Kiyomi McMiller pulls off impressive 'Allen Iverson' move
Rutgers star Kiyomi McMiller had fans and fellow players in disbelief after she pulled off an insane basketball move during the Scarlet Knights' 86-48 win over the Wagner Seahawks at Jersey Mike's Arena. Former NC State star DJ Burns was among those impressed by McMiller's move, which was posted by filayyyy on his Instagram account on Sunday.
McMiller showed off her incredible handles with 7:13 remaining in the second quarter, leaving her defender behind with a wicked crossover. This wasn't an ordinary crossover, though, as McMiller made a 360-degree spin to her right to create immediate separation from Wagner guard Keana Foz.
McMiller executed the move in one fluid motion, giving the Rutgers guard an open lane for a mid-range floater. She then scored a one-handed jumper down the right baseline to complete the highlight-reel play and give Rutgers a 26-14 lead. It didn't take long for her move to go viral on social media.
DJ Burns, who recently signed with South Korean team Goyang Sono Skygunners, commented on the Instagram post featuring McMiller. He wrote:
"so tuff," with a fire emoji.
Kiyomi McMiller draws comparisons to Allen Iverson with her dribbling wizardry vs. Wagner
College hoops fans took to Instagram to praise Kiyomi McMiller. Some noted that they were reminded of NBA legend Allen Iverson after watching the Rutgers freshman's dribbling wizardry against Wagner.
"Comments saying it's the Iverson move is hilarious," one fan pointed out.
"Whose move is it? Definitely Iverson. She just had the heart to do it in a game," another fan wrote.
"But it is. Look at it again. It's a variant. Iverson brought that move to the public. You can't argue that," one fan shared.
"That's Allen Iverson's move," another fan argued.
"Wait, she did the Allen Iverson move from the Reebok commercial that he never actually did? Lol, Rutgers let's go!" one fan commented.
"Resurrection of that Iverson move," another fan said.
McMiller punished the Wagner defense all game long, recording a double-double with 24 points and 10 rebounds. She also had six assists and two steals to help the Scarlet Knights improve their record to 7-4. McMiller has been a vital cog for Rutgers, averaging 20.0 points, 5.5 rebounds and 3.5 assists through 11 games.