Darius Miles is a former professional basketball player from the United States. He was born on October 9, 1981, in East St. Louis, Illinois. Miles played as a small forward and was known for his athleticism and scoring ability. He was selected third overall in the 2000 NBA Draft by the Los Angeles Clippers and went on to play for several teams, including the Cleveland Cavaliers and Portland Trail Blazers. Miles had a promising start to his career, earning a spot on the NBA All-Rookie Team in 2001. However, injuries affected his performance, leading to a decline in his playing time. He retired from professional basketball in 2009 and has since been involved in various activities, including coaching and community work.