Darius Miles, a former third overall pick, is attempting a comeback to the NBA as a member of Charlotte's free-agent camp.

Miles once suffered what was called a "career-ending" knee injury and has dealt with off-court issues as well.

"For a guy like him to come in this kind of setting speaks well for him," Bobcats coach Larry Brown said. "It shows you how much he wants to play."

Miles, who has been out of the league for more than a year, is working on his jump shot and still possess the quickness that made him a top prospect.

"My son is two years old and he's never got a chance to see me play. I want him to get the experience of being in an arena," Miles said. "I'm 28 years old. I've got at least five or six good years left in me if my body holds up. I just want to be part of something, part of something that means something."