Former NBA Champion Takes Shot at Legend Ray Allen’s Career

NBA champion and Hall of Famer Ray Allen has undoubtedly made a name for himself on the court. Allen was considered the greatest shooter of all-time before Warriors superstar Stephen Curry exploded onto the scene. Allen still ranks among the NBA’s best shooters of all-time.

More news: Recent NBA Lottery Pick, Now Hoping for Comeback, Admits ‘I Could Easily Be Dead’

Allen came into the league in 1996 — a historic draft class — and was a dynamic player for 18 seasons. The former Connecticut Huskie was versatile, as he could score on all three levels, was a solid defender, and had through-the-roof athleticism in his younger days.

Allen was a dynamic player in his time and turned into a sniper of a shooter as his career went on. However, others have a different view on Allen, including former NBA champion and journeyman Stephen Jackson.

In a recent appearance on Pardon My Take, Jackson didn’t mince words about Allen and said he believes he is a ‘one-dimensional’ player.

“I’m not saying Ray wasn’t great, but I’m a basketball player,” Jackson said. “I wasn’t one-dimensional. I just think I was a better player in-game… But when it comes to lining up on the court against a lot of guys that’s Hall of Famers, I bust they a** a lot of nights. It’s just the truth. I should have been an All-Star in multiple years.”

See more

Stephen Jackson thinks Ray Allen was a ‘one-dimensional’ player:

“I’m not saying Ray wasn’t great, but I’m a basketball player. I wasn’t one-dimensional. I just think I was a better player in-game… But when it comes to lining up on the court against a lot of guys that’s Hall of… pic.twitter.com/6rQ2UvyyWh

— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) August 29, 2024

Jackson, never shy about speaking his mind during his playing days, isn’t holding back in retirement.

While Jackson was a solid player in his time, his resume doesn’t hold a candle to Allen’s. In 18 NBA seasons, Allen averaged 18.9 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.4 assists while shooting 45.2 percent from the field and 40 percent from three in 1,300 games with the Milwaukee Bucks, Seattle SuperSonics, Boston Celtics, and Miami Heat.

In addition, Allen is a 10-time All-Star, two-time NBA champion, two-time All-NBA selection, and member of the 75th NBA Anniversary Team. The former NBA All-Star once held the record for the most three-pointers made in league history.

Allen is now second behind Curry with 2,973 3-pointers. He will likely move to No. 3 on the list, as James Harden is right behind him. Harden needs 34 threes to surpass Allen’s career total.

Although Allen has the reputation of being strictly a shooter, at his peak, he was among the best scorers in the league. He had the ability to score all over the floor, especially in his time with the Bucks and SuperSonics.

More news: Carmelo Anthony Reveals Former Team Tried to Recruit Him Back for Final Season