History of Jarrett Allen in Timeline

Jarrett Allen is a professional basketball player currently playing center for the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA. Drafted 22nd overall in 2017 by the Brooklyn Nets after playing college basketball for the Texas Longhorns, Allen was traded to Cleveland in January 2021. His career reached a new height in February 2022 when he was selected as an NBA All-Star for the first time.

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Full Timeline

1985: Father drafted by Dallas Mavericks

In 1985, Jarrett Allen's father, Leonard, was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA draft.

April 21, 1998: Jarrett Allen Born

On April 21, 1998, Jarrett Allen was born. He is now a professional basketball player.

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2016: Played in McDonald's All-American Boys Game

In 2016, Jarrett Allen played in the McDonald's All-American Boys Game.

2016: Rated as a Five-Star Recruit

In 2016, Jarrett Allen was rated as a five-star recruit and ranked as the No. 15 overall player in his class.

2017: Signed with Brooklyn Nets

In 2017, Jarrett Allen signed his rookie scale deal with the Brooklyn Nets after being drafted.

2017: Brother Takes Leave of Absence

In 2017, Jarrett Allen's older brother, Leonard Jr., took a leave of absence from Baylor University after committing to play basketball there.

2017: Entered NBA Draft

In 2017, after his freshman year at the University of Texas, Jarrett Allen entered the NBA draft.

January 25, 2018: First NBA Start, Career High Points and Rebounds

On January 25, 2018, Jarrett Allen made his first NBA start, recording a career-high 16 points and 12 rebounds in a win against the Philadelphia 76ers.

March 21, 2018: Recorded Four Blocks

On March 21, 2018, Jarrett Allen matched his career-high with four blocks, also contributing six rebounds and nine points in a loss to the Charlotte Hornets.

November 17, 2018: Career-High 24 Points

On November 17, 2018, Jarrett Allen recorded a career-high 24 points and grabbed 11 rebounds in a loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.

January 16, 2019: Career-High 24 Rebounds

On January 16, 2019, Jarrett Allen recorded 20 points and a career-high 24 rebounds in the Nets' overtime victory over the Houston Rockets.

January 14, 2021: Traded to the Cavaliers

On January 14, 2021, Jarrett Allen was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers as part of a multi-player, four-team deal.

January 2021: Traded to Cleveland Cavaliers

In January 2021, Jarrett Allen was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers as part of a four-team trade involving James Harden.

July 23, 2021: Qualifying Offer From Cavaliers

On July 23, 2021, the Cleveland Cavaliers extended a qualifying offer to Jarrett Allen, making him a restricted free agent.

October 20, 2021: Perfect Field Goal Game

On October 20, 2021, Jarrett Allen achieved a rare feat by making 10 or more field goals without a miss in a season opener against the Memphis Grizzlies.

2021: Career Best Season Averages

In 2021, Jarrett Allen finished the season with career best averages in points (16.1), rebounds (10.8), assists (1.6), blocks (1.3), and steals (.8) per game.

February 2022: Named NBA All-Star

In February 2022, Jarrett Allen was selected to participate in his first NBA All-Star Game.

2022: Named All-Star Replacement

In 2022, Jarrett Allen was named as a replacement for James Harden on Team LeBron in the NBA All-Star Game.

December 28, 2023: Victory over the Dallas Mavericks

On December 28, 2023, Jarrett Allen scored 24 points, grabbed 23 rebounds, recorded 6 assists and 2 steals in a 113–110 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.