Last Updated on September 13, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake
Here is the detailed profile for Ray Allen:
- Full Name: Walter Ray Allen, Jr.
- Nickname: Jesus Shuttlesworth, Ray Ray
- Nationality: American
- Age: Born on July 20, 1975
- Hometown: Merced, California, USA
- Wingspan: 6 feet 8 inches (203 cm)
- Weight: 205 lbs (93 kg)
- Height: 6 feet 5 inches (196 cm)
- Shoe Size: Size 13 (US)
- Shoe Brand: Nike Air Jordan
- Number: #34 (Bucks), #34 (Sonics), #20 Celtics, #34 (Heat)
- Position: Shooting Guard
- High School: Hillcrest High School in Dalzell, South Carolina
- College: University of Connecticut (UConn)
- Draft: 1996 NBA Draft, 1st Round, 5th overall pick by the Minnesota Timberwolves (traded to the Milwaukee Bucks)
- Teams Played For:
- Milwaukee Bucks (1996–2003)
- Seattle SuperSonics (2003–2007)
- Boston Celtics (2007–2012)
- Miami Heat (2012–2014)
- Stats: Career, playoff, and All-Star stats
- Accolades:
- NBA Championships:
- 2-time NBA Champion: (2008 with the Boston Celtics, 2013 with the Miami Heat)
- NBA Awards:
- 10-time NBA All-Star: (2000–2002, 2004–2009, 2011)
- All-NBA Second Team: (2005)
- All-NBA Third Team: (2001)
- NBA All-Rookie Second Team: (1997)
- NBA Sportsmanship Award: (2003)
- Career Totals:
- 24,505 career points (18.9 points per game)
- 2,973 career three-pointers made (Most in NBA history until 2021, surpassed by Stephen Curry)
- 4,361 career assists
- 5,272 career rebounds
- 1,451 career steals
- Key Records:
- Most three-pointers in NBA history at the time of his retirement: 2,973 (broke Reggie Miller’s record and held it until Stephen Curry surpassed him in 2021)
- NBA Finals Record: Hit one of the most famous shots in NBA Finals history—a game-tying three-pointer in Game 6 of the 2013 Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, helping the Miami Heat force overtime and win the game, eventually leading to a Game 7 victory for the championship.
- 3-point field goals made in a single season: Set a then-NBA record of 269 three-pointers made in the 2005–06 season.
- College Achievements:
- Consensus First-Team All-American: (1996)
- Big East Player of the Year: (1996)
- No. 34 retired by UConn Huskies
- Olympics:
- Olympic Gold Medalist: (2000 Sydney Olympics with Team USA)
- Hall of Fame:
- Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee: 2018
- Other Notable Achievements:
- NBA 75th Anniversary Team: (2021)
- NBA 50-40-90 Club: Allen was known for his efficient shooting, especially from three-point range and free-throw line, where he shot over 89% in his career.
- NBA Championships:
- 2K Rating: 91 (Bucks), 94 (Sonics), 88 (Celtics), 78 (Heat)
- Siblings: He has four siblings, including a brother named Jon Allen.
- Kids: Ray Allen has five children: Tierra, Walter Ray III, Walker, Wynn, and Wynstan.
- Wife: Shannon Walker Williams
- Net Worth: Made $184,356,410 in the NBA
Ray Allen is widely regarded as one of the greatest shooters in NBA history. Known for his perfect shooting form, quick release, and ability to hit clutch shots, his longevity and consistency helped him leave a lasting impact on the game. His three-pointer in the 2013 NBA Finals is one of the most iconic moments in basketball history.
Fun Facts
- He starred in the iconic basketball film “He Got Game” (1998) as Jesus Shuttlesworth, directed by Spike Lee.
- He was part of the famous 1996 NBA Draft class that also featured Kobe Bryant and Allen Iverson, the best draft class in history.
- He had a boxing match with Rajon Rondo when they were teammates on the Boston Celtics, which allegedly ended close to a draw.
- Rashard Lewis learned a lot from him in Seattle which helped him get the big contract from the Orlando Magic.