Janti Miller has decided that the UAAP is the best path forward for his basketball career.
The 6-foot-5 Filipino-American guard officially bid farewell to San Beda University on Saturday — not out of dissatisfaction with the school, but because he has chosen not to play another season in the NCAA.
“Unfortunately, with a recent understanding of the timing of San Beda joining the UAAP, I have decided to transfer,” Miller said as San Beda’s move to the country’s premier varsity league has yet to gain traction, according to his handlers Fil-Am Nation Select.
“I wouldn’t want to do it with anyone else, but I refuse to play in the NCAA league.”
Miller transferred to San Beda in 2024 and served a one-year residency before making an immediate impact with the Red Lions. In his debut season, he dazzled, averaging 20.35 points, 6.41 rebounds, and 1.06 steals per game.
He also recorded a career-high 34 points in an 87–83 loss to Letran on November 23.
“I was just a young kid traveling across the world to play basketball in a new environment and culture,” Miller shared.
“I couldn’t understand anyone, and it was a completely different living environment. You took a chance on me and embraced me as one of your own — a kid who wasn’t familiar with his Filipino roots. Some may even say I’m not Filipino,” he said, in what appeared to be a swipe at the NCAA crowd.
“Not only did you take me in for basketball, but you also helped me understand my history. I love my teammates and my coaches, and I’m glad I was able to bring you and the community a championship and leave as a winner. I want to thank everyone who has been supportive and professional throughout the process.”
Miller’s NCAA campaign, however, was not without controversy.
Despite being named to the Mythical Team, he firmly believes he deserved the Rookie of the Year award, even if the statistics did not fully reflect his case. He was also suspended for Game 2 of the NCAA Season 101 Finals after being assessed two flopping violations in the series opener.
Still, Miller remains grateful to the Red Lions faithful.
“Once a Bedan, always a Bedan. I will forever support and root for you, whether I’m playing for you or not.”
According to multiple sources closely monitoring the situation, Ateneo, De La Salle, and the University of the Philippines have emerged as Miller’s preferred UAAP destinations.
The 22-year-old still has two years of eligibility left.
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