Background and Early Life

Grayson James Allen was born on October 8, 1995, in Jacksonville, Florida, to parents Sherry and William Allen. He attended Providence School in Jacksonville, where he quickly emerged as one of the school’s standout basketball players.

During his high school career, Allen helped lead his team to a state championship in 2013. He was selected as a McDonald’s All-American in 2014 and won the slam dunk contest at the McDonald’s All-American Games. As a senior, he was named to the MaxPreps fifth-team All-American list and earned other honors that underlined his prominence as a high school athlete.

College Career at Duke University

Allen went on to play college basketball at Duke University. He gained national attention for his offensive skill set, including his three-point shooting and ability to finish at the rim. He was a key contributor to Duke’s 2015 NCAA Championship team as a freshman and later emerged as a team leader in his junior and senior seasons.

While at Duke, Allen was also involved in several on-court incidents that drew criticism and controversy. These included tripping incidents for which he was publicly reprimanded and briefly suspended. Despite those moments, Allen completed his four-year college career with strong statistical contributions and was known for his competitive spirit.

Professional Career and Net Worth

Grayson Allen was selected by the Utah Jazz with the 21st overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft. In Utah, he showed promise coming off the bench before being traded to the Memphis Grizzlies as part of a package deal for Mike Conley in 2019. His time in Memphis allowed him further opportunities to develop his game and increase his playing time.

In 2021, Allen was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks, where he emerged as a valuable rotational player and demonstrated his sharpshooting ability. In 2023, he was traded to the Phoenix Suns as part of a multi-team deal. Known for his toughness and perimeter skills, Allen’s playing style continues to evolve as he gains experience in the league.

Allen's net worth is estimated to be around $2 million to $5 million, primarily from his NBA salary and endorsement deals. This reflects both his on-court performance and expanding role across multiple franchises.

Playing Style and Public Perception

Throughout his career, Allen has been noted for his aggressive and physical style of play. While some critics point to past incidents as concerns, his supporters emphasize his work ethic, competitive drive, and ability to hit key shots, particularly from beyond the arc. Comparisons to past NBA players like Bobby Sura have focused on his athleticism and ability to contribute both as a scorer and defender.

Personal Life and Relationship

Grayson Allen has been in a long-standing relationship with Bailey Bunnell. The couple began dating in 2013 while they were still in high school. Although they attended different colleges—Allen at Duke and Bunnell at the University of South Carolina—they maintained their relationship through the years. As of now, they remain together, and there is ongoing public interest in the future of their relationship.