By DavidKaye
Seven-time All-Star Ray Allen has decided to shut it down for the season after discovering bone spurs in his left ankle. In his 11th NBA season Allen has established himself as the leader of the Sonics and one of the best guards in the league.
Unfortunately, Seattle has not enjoyed success on the basketball court as they have posted a 27-42 record and with 13 games left in the season they are at the bottom of the Northwest division. Much of their struggles have occurred on the road as they have lost 25 out of their 33 games away from Key Arena.
General Manager Rick Sund said ''it makes sense for Ray to go forward and have the surgery.'' With the team now looking forward to June's draft it was a logical choice for the UCONN alum to shut it down and return next season 100% healthy.
It's disappointing that Ray had to end his season early because he was enjoying his best success on the court. Allen had averaged a career-high 26.4 ppg, 4.5 rpb and 4.1 apg in 55 games played. Not to mention the 11-year pro was shooting 90.3% from the charity stripe and 43.8% from the field. He also added in a 54 point game earlier this year against the division leading Jazz.
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