Let's talk about Walter Allen...

[xmuscularghandix]

RAY ALLEN CELTICS STATS

232 GAMES
4,011 POINTS
653 ASSISTS
799 TOTAL REBOUNDS

683-739 FT-FTM (.924)

524-1337 3PT-3PTA (.391)

1402-2999 FG-FGA (.467)

17.2 PPG
 2.8 APG
 3.4 RPG


*09/10 Posted a career high 25 blocks at the age of 34.
*Ray's three Celtic seasons rank 1, 2, and 4 in terms of his best Free Throw shooting seasons.




RAY ALLEN POSTSEASON CELTIC STATISTICS



POST SEASON

54 GAMES
895 POINTS
150 ASSISTS
201 REBOUNDS

174-192 FT-FTA (.906)

298-695 FG-FGA (.428)

125-326 3PT-3PTA (.383)

*Has not missed a playoff game while in Boston
*35-19 post season record in Greentown




DO NOT LET THIS GUY WALK AWAY.

I can't name 5 shooting guards who I'd rather have... can you?

[thirstyboots18]

Ohhhh....one of my deepest wished too!  I want Ray Allen to retire a Celtic (from the bench in a couple of years) and resume a career as a Celtic Coach!  I think Ray Allen is the absolute Cream that has risen to the top, both as a player and as a peson.  You seldom find his long range determinaton and commitment to excellence in any field, nevermind one as physically and emotionally challenging as basketball.  He has been away from his family (but not neglecting his family) at critical times and has managed to be mindful of his job.  (Flying cross country not to miss games during family crisis).

[xmuscularghandix]

Some notes from a 2008 Jackie Mac Article.

Ray's obsession with routine has struck a chord with Rondo, who confesses, "I probably have OCD myself." The point guard must wash his hands twice at the nine-minute mark of every game. When teammates and fans high-five him, he offers a closed fist to ward off germs.

Allen has become his role model, and Rondo has started showing up at the arena three hours before the game to mimic Ray's routine.

"I want to be consistent," explains Rondo, "and Ray is all about that."

They nicknamed him "Hollywood" when he arrived at the University of Connecticut because he was always color-coordinated, always meticulously groomed. He looked like someone important.

"I got that from [Michael] Jordan," Allen says. "When I was a kid, every time he did an interview on television, he was wearing a suit. He looked professional. I told myself, 'That's the way to go.' "

Allen is certain his philosophy works. When he played in Seattle, a veteran leader among a mass of young, floundering talent, he would complete his pregame pattern, then retreat to the locker room where he'd read, often for more than an hour, before anyone else showed up.

Rashard Lewis, a young forward who jumped to the NBA from high school, began quizzing Allen about his routine. Soon he started showing up early, too. Before long, Damien Wilkins, Chris Wilcox, and Luke Ridnour joined them. Ray was the pied piper of preparation.

"It got to the point," says former Seattle coach Nate McMillan, "where the first bus was more crowded than the second bus. And that never happens."

Allen started a ritual of a halfcourt huddle at the end of games. He didn't just talk to the Sonics about being professional, he showed them how to be professional.

"Ray had a really big influence on me," says Lewis, who now plays for the Orlando Magic. "He knew I had the potential to be a great player, but, as he told me, it's the little things that can hold you back.

"So much of who I am today is from Ray. He helped me become an All-Star."

When the Celtics played in Orlando earlier this season, Allen was at the arena at his customary time. He was surprised to see a lone Magic player working down at the other end of the floor - until he realized it was Rashard Lewis.

The word in Seattle is that Ridnour, Wilkins, and Wilcox have continued their pregame routine. McMillan, now the coach of the Portland Trail Blazers, reports that he imparted Allen's pregame wisdom to young All-Star Brandon Roy, who is so pleased with the results that he doesn't even wait for the first bus anymore. He goes a half-hour earlier by cab with an assistant coach.

Ray Allen is the perfect example of a "good veteran", he's the guy that inspires young players to be better. He's the present day John Havlicek... just fill in the quote:

"If I had a son like ________ I’d be the happiest man in the world."

[thirstyboots18]

I got so involved, I almost forgot....TP    

[Roy Hobbs]

I love Ray.  I want him to stick around two or three more years, win another championship, and have his number raised to the rafters.

[Drucci]

I love Ray.  I want him to stick around two or three more years, win another championship, and have his number raised to the rafters.

Exact same feelings/wishes for me. And it looks like all these things are going to happen so far, so let's hope we win the championship in June and Ray re-signs.

It's amazing how underrated he has been during his entire career and especially in his Celtics days. TP for a great thread ghandix.

[hwangjini_1]

great thread x..gandhi. thanks for putting it up and for doing all that research....perhaps allen has inspired you as well? 

tp

[ACF]

In this day and age, when everything is about commercials, shoes, media hype, tattoos, scandals and sometimes even playing the wannabe OG, it's refreshing to see someone like Ray shine. Classy, friendly, an overall team guy, a family man and a great, great basketball player. We are truly blessed to have him on our team.

TP for this thread, xmgx.

[BudweiserCeltic]

Pretty much my favorite Celtic player, and I'll be very disappointed if he's not signed for 2 years. And if he leaves, it better be by a sign and trade to bring some good talent over here.

[j804]

In this day and age, when everything is about commercials, shoes, meadia hype, tattoos, scandals and sometimes even playing the wannabe OG, it's refreshing to see someone like Ray shine. Classy, friendly, an overall team guy, a family man and a great, great basketball player. We are truly blessed to have him on our team.

TP for this thread, xmgx.

TP very verry true

Ray will prob go down as one of my top 5 fav bball players ever when all is said and done. Hes already one thats for sure.

[BudweiserCeltic]

As I mentioned 2 years ago, I for years thought that if we could bring Ray Allen here to pair up with Pierce we would win a championship. It came a bit late, but it happened, and when the trade came I was ecstatic, even when people didn't like the trade. It had little to do with basketball, but I just had that feeling that when Ray came, something cool would happen. And of course, KG came on later... and the then the championship, but that's besides the point.

[Greenbean]

Ray Allen is going to hit a game winner tonight.

[hwangjini_1]

Ray Allen is going to hit a game winner tonight.

hmmm... that seems to assume it will be a close game tonight. i hope not! i want the celtics to bury the magic deep and early and permanately.

go celtics!!!!

[Chris]

Ray Allen is going to hit a game winner tonight.

In the 2nd quarter...

[Greenbean]

Ray Allen is going to hit a game winner tonight.

In the 2nd quarter...

Nice TP.