Miller Kopp Returns to Assembly Ball: A Homecoming in The Basketball Tournament
In a stunning yet sentimental twist of summer basketball, former Indiana Hoosiers forward Miller Kopp has announced his return to Assembly Ball, the Indiana alumni team competing in the 2025 edition of The Basketball Tournament (TBT). The announcement, made via a cinematic social media teaser featuring Kopp walking through an empty Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, has electrified IU fans and added serious firepower to the already talented Assembly Ball roster.
Kopp, known for his sharp shooting and leadership, played two seasons for Indiana after transferring from Northwestern, making an indelible impact on and off the court. He started every game during the 2021–22 and 2022–23 seasons, averaging over 8 points per game while shooting a blistering 39% from three. His clutch shooting and vocal presence helped lead the Hoosiers to back-to-back NCAA Tournament appearances—something the program hadn’t achieved in nearly a decade.
Following his college career, Kopp had a brief but promising stint with the Oklahoma City Blue, the G League affiliate of the Thunder, where he continued to develop his professional game. While his pro path has included workouts with NBA teams and some overseas interest, Kopp has remained close to his Indiana roots—frequently attending IU games, running youth camps in the Midwest, and staying active in the community.
Now, as he returns in crimson and cream for TBT 2025, Kopp’s homecoming marks more than just a roster addition. It’s a symbolic reunion with a fanbase that embraced him for his hustle, intensity, and infectious energy.
“This feels like coming back to family,” Kopp said during a press call at Assembly Hall. “I bled for this place, and now I get to suit up with some of the best to ever wear the IU jersey and go win something for the Hoosiers again.”
The Assembly Ball team, which already features fellow IU legends like Yogi Ferrell, Juwan Morgan, and Devonte Green, is built for a deep TBT run. With Kopp in the lineup, the team adds a versatile wing who can defend multiple positions and knock down perimeter shots in pressure situations—a crucial asset in TBT’s single-elimination format.
Kopp’s arrival has also ignited enthusiasm across Bloomington. The TBT regional games will be hosted at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall for the first time, turning the storied arena into a summer battleground. Tickets reportedly sold out within 48 hours of Kopp’s announcement.
Assembly Ball head coach Jordan Hulls, another IU alum, praised Kopp’s maturity and commitment: “Miller’s not just a talent—he’s a connector. He brings grit, experience, and leadership. That’s what you need in TBT.”
For Kopp, this isn’t just basketball—it’s redemption, celebration, and unfinished business. And for Hoosier Nation, it’s a dream reunion, watching one of their own return to the floor where it all began, with the same fire in his eyes and a new prize in sight.
