Last Updated on December 26, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Here is detailed information about Lucius Allen:

  • Full Name: Lucius Oliver Allen Jr.
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born on September 26, 1947
  • Hometown: Kansas City, Kansas, USA
  • Height: 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 meters)
  • Weight: 175 pounds (79 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 meters)
  • Shoe Size: Size 12 (US)
  • Number: Wore 19, 7, and 42 during his career
  • Position: Point Guard / Shooting Guard
  • High School:
    • Wyandotte High School (Kansas City, Kansas)
  • College:
    • University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) (1966–1969)
      • Played under legendary coach John Wooden.
      • Won two NCAA Championships in 1967 and 1968.
      • Teammate of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (then Lew Alcindor).
  • NBA Draft:
    • 1969 NBA Draft:
      • Selected 3rd overall by the Seattle SuperSonics.
  • Teams Played For:
    1. Seattle SuperSonics (1969–1970)
    2. Milwaukee Bucks (1970–1974)
      • Played a key role alongside Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Oscar Robertson.
    3. Los Angeles Lakers (1974–1977)
    4. Kansas City Kings (1977–1979)
    5. Denver Nuggets (1979)
  • Championship Rings:
    • 1 NBA Championship (1971 with the Milwaukee Bucks)
  • Kids: Information about his children is not widely publicized.
  • Siblings: Information about his siblings is not widely available.

Fun Facts

  • Averaged 13.4 points, 4.5 assists, and 3.1 rebounds per game during his NBA career.
  • Contributed significantly to the Milwaukee Bucks’ 1971 championship team.
  • Known for his speed, defense, and ability to score and distribute the ball effectively.
  • Transitioned into business and community involvement post-basketball.