Walter Ray Allen Jr., born on July 20, 1975, is a former professional basketball player who left an indelible mark on the NBA over his 18-season career. Known for his exceptional shooting ability, Allen is widely regarded as one of the greatest three-point shooters in basketball history. His career spanned from 1996 to 2014, during which he played for four teams: the Milwaukee Bucks, Seattle SuperSonics, Boston Celtics, and Miami Heat. Allen's shooting prowess was unmatched for much of his career, and he held the record for the most three-pointers made in NBA history from 2011 until 2021, when Stephen Curry surpassed him. His legacy as a sharpshooter remains one of the most significant in the sport.

Allen's journey to the NBA began at the University of Connecticut, where he played college basketball for three seasons. His ability to shoot from long range quickly earned him a reputation as one of the most efficient scorers in the country. In 1996, Allen was selected fifth overall in the NBA Draft by the Minnesota Timberwolves, but he was immediately traded to the Milwaukee Bucks. In Milwaukee, Allen became a key player, forming a formidable trio with Glenn Robinson and Sam Cassell. Despite their success in reaching the playoffs, the Bucks were unable to secure a championship, and Allen was eventually traded to the Seattle SuperSonics in 2003.

In Seattle, Allen continued to build his reputation as one of the league's premier shooters. He broke several records for three-point shooting and free throw accuracy, further solidifying his place among the NBA's elite. However, a championship still eluded him until he was traded to the Boston Celtics in 2007. In Boston, Allen teamed up with Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce to form the "Big Three," a trio that led the Celtics to an NBA championship in 2008. Allen's contributions were critical to the team's success, and his time in Boston cemented his status as one of the game's all-time greats.

Allen's career reached another pinnacle when he joined the Miami Heat in 2012. Although he accepted a reduced role, his clutch shooting remained invaluable. In the 2013 NBA Finals, Allen made one of the most iconic shots in NBA history, a game-tying three-pointer in Game 6 that helped the Heat win the championship. Beyond his NBA success, Allen also won an Olympic gold medal with the U.S. men's basketball team in 2000. His accolades include ten NBA All-Star selections and a place in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, where he was inducted in 2018.

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