Ray Allen Biography: Wife, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Height, Former Team, Ethnicity, Salary, Awards, Children

Ray Allen is a retired professional basketball player widely regarded as one of the greatest shooters in the NBA’s history.

Born on July 20, 1975, in Merced, California, Allen’s exceptional shooting ability and work ethic earned him the nickname “Jesus Shuttlesworth,” after his character in Spike Lee’s film He Got Game.

Over his 18-season career, Allen played for several teams, including the Milwaukee Bucks, Seattle SuperSonics, Boston Celtics, and Miami Heat.

Profile

• Full name: Walter Ray Allen Jr.
• Nickname: Jesus Shuttlesworth
• Date of birth: July 20, 1975
• Age: 50 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Merced, California, USA
• Nationality: American
• Profession: Former professional basketball player
• Height: 6 feet 5 inches (196 cm)
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: Shannon Walker Williams (m. August 16, 2008)
• Children: Walter Ray Allen III, Walker Reese Allen, Wynn Ryder Allen, and one other child
• Relationship status: Married
• Ethnicity: African-American
• Net worth: $300 million

Early Life and Education

Ray Allen, born July 20, 1975, is now 50. He grew up in Merced, California, before moving to South Carolina. Allen attended Hillcrest High School in Simpsonville and later played college basketball at the University of Connecticut from 1993 to 1996.

At UConn, he became a consensus First-Team all-American and won the Big East Player of the Year award. After three successful seasons at Connecticut, he declared for the NBA Draft and was selected fifth by the Milwaukee Bucks in 1996.

Personal Life

Ray Allen married Shannon Walker Williams on August 16, 2008. The couple has four children together: Walter Ray Allen III (born September 8, 2004), Walker Reese Allen (born December 27, 2006), Wynn Ryder Allen (born June 26, 2009), and one other child. Throughout his career and after retirement, Allen has remained active in philanthropic efforts and community service.

Career

Allen’s professional career began when the Milwaukee Bucks drafted him as the fifth overall pick in the 1996 NBA Draft. Over his career with multiple teams—including the Bucks (1996-2003), Seattle SuperSonics (2003-2007), Boston Celtics (2007-2012), and Miami Heat (2012-2014)—he became known for his exceptional shooting skills and ability to perform under pressure.

He won two NBA championships during his career—first with the Boston Celtics in 2008 and again with the Miami Heat in 2013. His clutch three-pointer in Game 6 of the 2013 NBA Finals is considered one of the most memorable moments in basketball history. Allen retired on November 1, 2016.

Awards

• Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee (2018)
• 10× NBA All-Star (2000–2002; 2004–2008; 2010)
• NBA Champion (2008 with Boston Celtics; 2013 with Miami Heat)
• Olympic Gold Medalist (2000)
• All-NBA Second Team (2005)
• All-NBA Third Team (2001)

Net worth

Ray Allen’s net worth is estimated to be around $300 million. His wealth has been accumulated through his successful NBA career, endorsements with major brands like Nike and Gatorade, and various business ventures.

Social Media

• Instagram: @rayallen
• Twitter: @RealRayAllen

Filmography

• He Got Game (1998) – Jesus Shuttlesworth