The Life and Career of NBA Player Jarrett Allen
Jarrett Allen is an American professional basketball player who plays as a center for the Cleveland Cavaliers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was selected 1st round, 22nd overall pick by the Brooklyn Nets in the 2017 NBA draft while playing collegiate basketball for the Texas Longhorns.
Who is Jarrett Allen?
Jarrett Allen first opened his eyes on April 21, 1998 in San Diego, California, United States. He is the youngest of two sons birthed by Cheryl Allen and Leonard Allen Sr, professional basketball player. His elder brother is Leonard Allen Jr.
Allen attended Round Rock High School in Round Rock, Texas for his freshman year of high school. He later took a transfer to St. Stephen’s Episcopal School in Austin, Texas where he spent the final three years.
During his time with the basketball team in Austin, Allen won two SPC championships. He was recognized for his performance and played in the 2016 McDonald’s All American Boys Game. Allen chose University of Texas, Austin where he committed to play college basketball. He was part of the Class of 2016, rated a five star recruit and ranked no. 15 overall player in that year group.
Upon graduation from high school, Allen went to the University of Texas, Austin. During his freshman season, he averaged 13.4 points and 8.4 rebounds per game but that couldn’t help the Texas as they ended with a disappointing 11-22.
After that season, he was eligible for the 2017 NBA draft. He forewent the remainder of his three collegiate eligibility and signed for the Brooklyn Nets in the 1st round, 22 overall pick.
Allen made his NBA debut on October 20, 2017 after he signed his rookie scale deal with the Nets on July 20. At the time, he was 19 years and 182 days, becoming the second-youngest player ever to grace the court for the Nets, just behind Derrick Favors.
He played 4 seasons with the Nets, joining the starting lineup for the first time on January 25, 2018 and recorded a career-high 16 points and 12 rebounds in the 116-108 win over the Philadelphia 76ers in his first season.
In the game against the Los Angeles Lakers on February 2, Allen managed a career-high 20 points, as well as five rebounds and one block. On February 7, he recorded a career-high 14 rebounds and scored 13 points in a 115–106 loss to the Detroit Pistons.
Allen ended his career with the Nets in a victory against the Houston Rockets. In the game on January 16, 2019, he recorded 20 points and a career-high 24 rebounds in the Nets’ 145–142 overtime.
On January 14, 2021, Allen was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a multi-player, four-team deal with the Rockets that sent James Harden to the Nets. He went on to prove his worth for the Cavs and was named NBA All-Star in 2022.
What is Jarrett Allen’s age, height and weight?
Jarrett Allen was born on April 21, 1998 in San Diego, California, United States. He is currently 25 years old. He has a height of 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) and a weight of 110 kilograms (243 lb).
What is Jarrett Allen’s Nationality and Ethnicity?
Jarrett Allen is an American national and he’s of Afro-American ethnicity.
What is Jarrett Allen’s profession?
Jarrett Allen is a professional basketball player who plays for the Cleveland Cavaliers of the National Basketball Association (NBA).
Who are Jarrett Allen’s parent?
Jarrett Allen was birthed by Cheryl Allen and Leonard Allen on April 21, 1998 in San Diego, California, United States.
Does Jarrett Allen have any siblings?
Yes, Jarrett Allen has one sibling, an elder brother Leonard Allen Jr. Leonard Jr. played collegiate basketball for Baylor University, but took a leave of absence in 2017.
Does Jarrett Allen’s have children?
Jarrett Allen does not have any children at the moment.
Who is Jarrett Allen dating?
The basketball player is in a relationship with Jordyn January. She is a licensed nurse who studied and earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at the Concordia University, Texas.