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Patrick Andres

Ray Allen Makes Controversial LeBron James Call When Naming His NBA All-Time Starting Five

Hall of Fame guard Ray Allen found success at several stops: with the turn-of-the-century Bucks, on some of the last great SuperSonics teams and with the Celtics as they won their most recent NBA title.

However, Allen solidified his legacy as a deadly sharpshooter on the last two Big Three-era Heat teams. His three-pointer to tie Game 6 of the 2013 Finals ranks among the most iconic shots in basketball history, and helped now-Lakers forward LeBron James secure his second championship ring.

Despite their successful partnership, however, Allen left James off when he was asked to name his all-time starting five.

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