Last Updated on April 22, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Here is the information on Grayson Allen:

Player Profile

  • Full Name: Grayson James Allen
  • Nickname: Ted Cruz (collegiate-era nickname), Gray
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born October 8, 1995
  • Hometown: Jacksonville, Florida, USA
  • Height: 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 meters)
  • Weight: 198 pounds (90 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 7 inches (201 cm)
  • Shoe Size: Size 13 (US)
  • Shoe Brand: Nike Giannis Immortality 2, Nike Giannis Immortality, Nike Hyperdunk X Low
  • Jersey Number:
    • #3 — Duke Blue Devils
    • #3 — Utah Jazz
    • #3 — Memphis Grizzlies
    • #7 — Milwaukee Bucks
    • #8 — Phoenix Suns
  • Position: Shooting Guard
  • High School: Providence School (Jacksonville, Florida)
  • College: Duke University (2014–2018) – Duke Blue Devils
  • NBA Draft: 2018 NBA Draft, 1st Round, 21st overall by the Utah Jazz
  • Player Archetype: Movement Shooter / Floor Spacer
  • Primary Offensive Role: Off-ball scoring guard; spot-up shooting, relocation threes, secondary attacking closeouts
  • Defensive Role: Perimeter chaser; competes on-ball against guards, provides effort-based team defense
  • Play Style: High-energy perimeter scorer who thrives without the ball; constant movement, quick-trigger shooting, opportunistic driving
  • Handedness / Shooting Hand: Right-handed
  • Athletic Profile: Good straight-line speed, solid vertical pop, agile laterally; not elite explosiveness but above-average coordination
  • Recruiting Status: 5-star recruit (ESPN Top 25)
  • Draft Status Detail: Four-year Duke guard with proven scoring pedigree; viewed as NBA-ready role player with shooting and competitiveness translating immediately
  • Injury Status Category: Durable — Generally available with no major recurring injuries; physical style occasionally leads to minor absences
  • Career Stage: Prime role player (established veteran contributor)
  • Comparison Style: Similar stylistically to JJ Redick (movement shooting) with elements of Pat Connaughton (athletic role guard)
  • Teams Played For:
    • Utah Jazz (2018–2019)
    • Memphis Grizzlies (2019–2021)
    • Milwaukee Bucks (2021–2023)
    • Phoenix Suns (2023–present)
  • Championship Rings: None
  • Parents: William Allen (father), Sherry Allen (mother)
  • Kids: None
  • Siblings: Not publicly available

Archetype

Grayson Allen’s player archetype is best defined as a movement shooter and floor spacer, a role built on constant off-ball activity and quick-release perimeter scoring that stretches defensive coverages. Offensively, he operates primarily as a secondary option—leveraging spot-up threes, relocation shooting, and aggressive closeout attacks—while defensively he fills a perimeter chaser role, bringing energy, physicality, and competitiveness against opposing guards. Physically, Allen combines solid size for a shooting guard with good lateral agility and straight-line burst, enabling him to navigate screens and stay attached to shooters. His play style is rooted in tempo and pressure: he runs defenders through actions, capitalizes on defensive lapses, and maintains a high-motor approach that complements star-driven lineups without requiring high usage.

Profile Notes & Context

  • Grayson Allen’s height with shoes was 6 feet 4.25 inches during his rookie season and up to 6 feet 5 inches today.
  • Grayson Allen’s playing weight was 198 pounds during his rookie season and is still the same.

Sources

ESPN — Grayson Allen Stats, News, Bio
NBA.com — Grayson Allen Player Profile
Sports Reference — Grayson Allen College Stats