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Grayson Allen’s Take on the 3-Point Contest Possibility

Originally posted on Burn City Sports | By Jacob Hardin | Last updated Jan 18, 2024 10:50 PM ET

Over the past year, the Phoenix Suns have undergone significant changes, revamping their starting lineup with two superstars and reshuffling their coaching staff to bring a new vibe to the Valley.

While some moves have proved to work better than others, Grayson Allen is a prime example of an offseason steal.

Coming over to Phoenix after spending the past two seasons with the Bucks, it was unsure how large of a role Allen would play with the Suns. At the time, his spot in the starting lineup was not yet solidified.

Now, Allen is averaging career highs in just about every statistical category possible and has arguably been the Suns best shooter.

Allen boasts an impressive 48% shooting rate from beyond the arc, leading the NBA. Additionally, he is the only player with a 50-40-90 shooting percentage this season.

The only qualified 50-40-90 player in the @NBA this season: Grayson Allen

50.3 FG%
48.0 3P%
91.2 FT% pic.twitter.com/8vi6Mlm3AD

— Phoenix Suns (@Suns) January 18, 2024

Given his outstanding performance, Allen is being considered for the 3-point contest. When asked about the possibility of changing his All-Star break plans to participate in Indianapolis, Allen expressed openness, stating, “I would consider it.”

Would #Suns Grayson Allen accept an invite the #NBA 3-point contest?

“I was just talking to my wife the other day about planning our all-star break, like not even thinking about that being a possibility.”

“I would consider it.”

“(My wife) would think it would be cool.” pic.twitter.com/qZh4OAHkZK

— Burn City Suns Talk (@BurnCitySuns) January 18, 2024

Despite trade rumors circulating as the deadline approaches, Allen has clarified that he is satisfied with his current position in Phoenix and would be disappointed if traded away.

What does #Suns Grayson Allen think of trade rumors?

“My name has been in someone’s tweet every year since I’ve been in the league, so I hardly pay any attention to it. Usually, it brings a smile to my face.”

“I've loved playing here this season .. I don’t want to be traded.” https://t.co/72Hz3jYwfM pic.twitter.com/ZNdJYSesIx

— Burn City Suns Talk (@BurnCitySuns) January 18, 2024