TONY ALLEN
Celtics Bring Back Tony Allen
The Boston Celtics announced today that they have re-signed guard Tony Allen. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. Allen, a 6'4", 213lb guard, has spent his entire four year career with the Celtics after being drafted with the 25th overall pick in the 2004 NBA Draft. The former Oklahoma State Cowboy recorded career highs in minutes (1373), assists (114) and points (494) in 75 games last season as he worked to return from his January 2007 knee injury. - Read More...
Champion Celtics keep key reserves House, Allen
Eddie House and Tony Allen reportedly won't be following James Posey out of Boston. - Read More...
Allen back at practice for Celtics
Boston backup guard Tony Allen is back on the practice court as the Celtics prepare for the NBA finals against the Los Angeles Lakers. Coach Doc Rivers said Allen was only supposed to go through the first part of practice on Tuesday, but he was jumping and dunking. Allen had some success guarding Lakers star Kobe Bryant in the regular season, holding the NBA MVP to 22 points on 6-for-25 shooting.
Celts' Tony Allen doubtful for finals with foot injury
Boston Celtics coach Doc Rivers says Tony Allen might not be back from an injury to guard Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant when the NBA Finals begin Thursday night. - Read More...
Allen 'doesn't look good' for NBA finals
Boston Celtics coach Doc Rivers says Tony Allen might not be back from an injury to guard Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant when the NBA finals begin Thursday night. "It doesn't look good," Rivers said after practice on Monday. "He couldn't get through even the walkthrough portion." Allen had some success against Bryant in the regular season, but the Celtics guard injured his Achilles tendon in a post-practice pickup game during the Eastern Conference finals and hasn't played since.
Ray Allen Likely To Play Tonight; Tony Likely Not
In the BOSTON HERALD, Steve Bulpett writes "Tony Allen and Ray Allen both didn't practice yesterday, and it looks like just the latter will be able to play tonight in Cleveland. Tony Allen bruised his right thigh in the first half against the Bobcats on Saturday. He'll likely be sidelined at least one game. Ray Allen, meanwhile, rolled his right ankle in the win. He didn't tell anyone about the injury that occurred with 4:24 left, and it was a good thing. He hit the game-winning 3-pointer at the buzzer." - Read More...
Celtics Putting Finishing Touches on Roster
In the CANADA SPORTS NETWORK, Warren Blatt writes "All-Stars Ray Allen, Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce are not the only players on Boston's roster, and that trio will need some help if the Celtics hope to return to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1987. Guards Tony Allen, Rajon Rondo, forward Brian Scalabrine and center Kendrick Perkins were the significant players left on the roster after Boston's executive director of basketball operations Danny Ainge pulled off the blockbuster deal with Minnesota for Garnett." - Read More...
Celtics' Allen, Szczerbiak Show Good Progress
Meanwhile, Tony Allen and Wally Szczerbiak were among the roster players who did some work before and after the workout sessions. Allen continues to progress nicely with his left knee rehabilitation, while Szczerbiak took the court for the first time Tuesday after an injury-riddled season thanks to multiple ankle incidents. - Read More...
Celtics' Allen found not guilty in Chicago trial
Tony Allen was found not guilty of charges of aggravated battery Tuesday in a Chicago court. - Read More...
Magic prevail despite poor shooting, 23 TOs
Grant Hill scored 21 points and Dwight Howard had 18 points and 12 rebounds as the Orlando Magic beat the Boston Celtics 87-79 on Sunday night for their fourth straight victory. Tony Allen led the Celtics with 21 points and a season-high nine rebounds, while Delonte West added 13 points and Al Jefferson had 12 points and seven rebounds. The teams combined for an awful night of ball-handling and even worse shooting.
Celtics get balanced effort in win
Wally Szczerbiak scored 26 points, Tony Allen added 20 and the Boston Celtics used a balanced offense to beat the Memphis Grizzlies 128-119 on Friday night. Seven players scored in double figures for the Celtics, still missing leading scorer Paul Pierce because of an injured left foot. But they built a 14-point lead midway through the fourth quarter and won for only the second time in nine games. Ryan Gomes, Brian Scalabrine and Delonte West scored 16 points apiece for Boston.
Celtics Use Late Run to Defeat Trail Blazers
Tony Allen had 22 points and eight rebounds and the Celtics ended their six-game slide with an 89-81 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night. - Read More...
Celtics end losing streak
A big Boston win had Celtics coach Doc Rivers changing his tune about the return of the leather ball. Tony Allen had 22 points and eight rebounds and the Celtics ended their six-game slide with an 89-81 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night. Rookie Brandon Roy had 18 points to lead the Blazers, who went cold in the fourth quarter and let the Celtics build a big lead. Neither team shot well, perhaps because of the return of the leather ball.
Pierce has big night for Boston
Paul Pierce scored 38 points and Tony Allen added a career-high 30 to help the Boston Celtics extend their winning streak to four with a 119-114 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Friday night. Al Jefferson had 28 points and 10 rebounds, while Wally Szczerbiak scored 16 points off the bench for the Celtics (9-13), who moved into a first-place tie with the New Jersey Nets in the lowly Atlantic Division. New Jersey lost to Toronto 90-78 earlier Friday.
Phoenix remains in offensive groove
Shawn Marion had 29 points and Steve Nash added 16 points and 14 assists to help the Phoenix Suns extend their winning streak to nine games with a 116-111 victory over the Boston Celtics on Friday night. Raja Bell and Boris Diaw each added 14 points for Phoenix, coming off a 161-157 double-overtime victory in New Jersey on Thursday night. The Suns have won 11 of 12 after starting the season 1-5. Paul Pierce scored 36 points for Boston, and Ryan Gomes and Tony Allen added 18 each.
Celtics Brass Optimistic About Team's Health
In the BOSTON GLOBE, Shira Springer writes that "Celtics owner Wyc Grousbeck joked that power forward Al Jefferson looked a lot like Jessica Simpson these days." His remark "made reference to the more svelte Jefferson working out regularly at the team's training facility in Waltham." Additionally, "Kendrick Perkins (left shoulder surgery), and Tony Allen (right knee) have recovered well from injuries" and that "Paul Pierce (left elbow surgery) will be ready for the preseason." - Read More...
Celtics Cool Heat, Avoid Season Sweep
Rookie Ryan Gomes scored 19 points and Tony Allen added 17 as the Celtics snapped a five-game losing streak with an 85-78 triumph over the Miami Heat. - Read More...
Celts Get Point: Allen's a Combo
"The more Tony Allen played the point over the last two weeks, the clearer it became to Doc Rivers that playmaking isn't the guard's natural role," reports Mark Murphy of THE BOSTON HERALD. - Read More...
Boston's Allen, Greene Are on Point
Mark Murphy of THE BOSTON HERALD writes that Delonte West's injury "gave coach Doc Rivers a chance to experiment with Tony Allen and Orien Greene at the controls during a 101-86 loss to the Knicks." - Read More...
Injury Keeps Celtics' Allen Under Wraps
"Tony Allen is in short-term shutdown," writes Shira Springer of THE BOSTON GLOBE. "Following doctor's orders, the injured shooting guard did not participate in practice Thursday or yesterday. He spent the sessions wearing a sweat suit while receiving treatment and tossing up shots during breaks in the action. He will not work out individually today or tomorrow as the team enjoys time off until it regroups in Seattle Christmas Day." - Read More...
Celtics guard pleads not guilty
Boston Celtics guard Tony Allen pleaded not guilty Tuesday to aggravated battery charges stemming from a fight during the summer that escalated into a shooting outside a diner near downtown. The basketball player entered his plea to three counts of aggravated battery in Cook County court, said Cook County state's attorney spokesman Tom Stanton. Allen, who is free on $150,000 bond, is accused of punching a man in the face and breaking his left eye socket during an Aug. - Read More...
Celtics' Allen pleads not guilty to aggravated battery
Celtics' Allen pleads not guilty to aggravated battery
by Associated Press
CHICAGO -- Boston Celtics guard Tony Allen pleaded not guilty Tuesday to aggravated battery charges stemming from a fight during the summer that escalated into a shooting outside a diner near downtown.
Aggravated battery carries a maximum sentence... - Read More...
Celtics'Allen to Test Knee
Steve Bulpett of THE BOSTON HERALD writes "Saying he's leaving his legal issues in the hands of his lawyers, Tony Allen is trying to concentrate on basketball. And he might soon have more basketball on which to concentrate. Allen, rehabbing from right knee surgery, yesterday said he'll be able to test his game on the court Wednesday." - Read More...
Celtics guard indicted on aggravated battery charges
A Cook County grand jury has indicted Boston Celtics guard Tony Allen on three counts of aggravated battery stemming from a fight ...
Celtics' Allen indicted on aggravated battery charges
Celtics guard indicted in fight outside Chicago diner
by Associated Press
CHICAGO -- Boston Celtics guard Tony Allen was indicted Wednesday on three counts of aggravated battery stemming from a fight that escalated into a shooting outside a Chicago diner in August.
Cook County state's attorney spokesman Tom Stanton said... - Read More...
Celtics to Re-Sign Tony Allen and Eddie House
The Boston Celtics have re-signed guards Eddie House and Tony Allen, two role players from their title-winning team. General manager Danny Ainge confirmed the deals Monday. - Read More...
Injured Celtics backup Allen gets through practice
Boston backup guard Tony Allen is back on the practice court as the Celtics prepare for the NBA finals against the Los Angeles Lakers. - Read More...
Tony Allen Back at Practice for Celtics
Boston backup guard Tony Allen is back on the practice court as the Celtics prepare for the NBA finals against the Los Angeles Lakers. - Read More...
Celtics' Tony Allen Doubtful for NBA Finals
Boston Celtics coach Doc Rivers says Tony Allen might not be back from an injury to guard Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant when the NBA finals begin Thursday night. - Read More...
No Garnett, No Allen, No Problem: Celtics Roll Past Heat
Leon Powe scored a career-high 25 points with 11 rebounds, Rajon Rondo tied a career-high with 23 points, and Tony Allen scored 20 points with six assists to lead the NBA-best Celtics to an overwhelming 117-87 victory Tuesday night over the Heat . - Read More...
Injured Allen Eyes Fast Rebound
His right eye swollen shut like a prizefighter, Tony Allen was a reluctant nonparticipant during the Celtics' 101-61 exhibition blowout of the Knicks last night. The Celtics guard, elbowed in the eye by rookie Brandon Wallace during Monday's practice, is suffering from a scratched cornea. - Read More...
Celtics Waive Goodbye to Guard Ray
The BOSTON HERALD reports, "The Celtics waived guard Allan Ray yesterday after he averaged 6.2 points in his first NBA season. Ray, an undrafted free agent out of Villanova, signed last July and played in 47 games for the C's, including five starts. He averaged 15.1 minutes, getting extra playing time because of injuries to guards Wally Szczerbiak and Tony Allen and swingman Paul Pierce." - Read More...
Charges against G Allen dismissed
Charges of aggravated battery against Boston Celtics guard Tony Allen were dismissed Tuesday in a Chicago court. The development came on the second day of a trial stemming from a fight in August 2005 outside a restaurant near downtown Chicago. "He was pretty happy about the outcome," Michael Higgins, Allen's agent, said. "I think this has been dragged out for too long. It's been a long time coming.
Celtics’ Allen Has Surgery on Torn Knee Ligaments
Boston Celtics guard Tony Allen had surgery Saturday to repair torn ligaments in his left knee. - Read More...
Celtics Outlast Grizzlies in Second Half
Wally Szczerbiak scored 26 points, Tony Allen added 20 and the Boston Celtics used a balanced offense to beat the Memphis Grizzlies 128-119 on Friday night. - Read More...
New, old ball changes tune for Celtics in win at Portland
A big Boston win had Celtics coach Doc Rivers changing his tune about the return of the leather ball. Tony Allen had 22 points ...
New, old ball changes tune for Celtics in win at Portland
A big Boston win had Celtics coach Doc Rivers changing his tune about the return of the leather ball. Tony Allen had 22 points ...
Davis scores 31 as Warriors edge C's
Baron Davis scored 31 points and Mickael Pietrus added 16 to lead the Golden State Warriors to a 96-95 victory over the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night. Davis shot 11-of-16 and scored nine key points in the fourth quarter for the Warriors, who snapped an eight-game road losing streak and won their second road game of the season. Paul Pierce scored 27 points and Tony Allen added 17 for the Celtics, whose five-game winning streak came to an end.
Celtics Hold Off Late Nuggets Rally
Paul Pierce scored 38 points and Tony Allen added a career-high 30 to help the Boston Celtics extend their winning streak to four with a 119-114 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Friday night. - Read More...
Celtics pick up Allen option, waive Grant, Jackson
The Boston Celtics exercised a team option on guard Tony Allen on Thursday and also waived forwards Brian Grant and Luke Jackson. - Read More...
Trial Set for Celts' Allen
"A Cook County judge set a summer trial date today for Celtics guard Tony Allen, who allegedly was involved in a fight that escalated into a shooting outside a Chicago restaurant last year. Criminal Court Judge James Linn set an Aug. 14 trial date for Allen. The basketball player, who was not present for today's hearing, is free on $150,000 bond," writes Carlos Sadovi of the CHICAGO TRIBUNE. - Read More...
LeBron sits, but Cavs still win
The Cleveland Cavaliers continue to approach 50 wins even with LeBron James sidelined. Larry Hughes had 21 points, six assists and five steals to help the Cleveland Cavaliers overcome the absence of James and beat the Boston Celtics 93-88 on Monday night. Tony Allen scored a career-high 23 points, but was 3-of-11 from the free-throw line for Boston, which lost its fifth straight game.
Youth Will Be Served for C's Over Final Games
Peter May of THE BOSTON GLOBE writes, "The final five games of the soon-to-be-forgotten 2005-06 campaign will feature what many fans wanted to see along: kids, kids, and more kids. (There'd be even more if Big Al were able to go.) Be prepared to see a lot of Gerald Green, who is fast emerging as a fan favorite, Tony Allen, the reliably efficient Ryan Gomes, Kendrick Perkins, and even Dwayne Jones." - Read More...
Allen’s Big Fourth Quarter Sparks Celtics
Tony Allen scored 11 of his 14 points in the fourth quarter as the Celtics salvaged the finale of their four-game road trip with a critical 103-88 triumph over the Indiana Pacers. - Read More...
Tony Allen Court Case Continued to Next Month
Peter May of THE BOSTON GLOBE writes " Celtics guard Tony Allen pleaded not guilty yesterday in a Chicago court to three counts of aggravated battery stemming from a late August melee in a Chicago restaurant." - Read More...
Celtics' Allen pleads not guilty to battery charges
Boston Celtics guard Tony Allen pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to aggravated battery charges stemming from a fight over the summer ...
Knee Keeps Allen Off Court, But Trial Looms
Marlen Garcia of the CHICAGO TRIBUNE writes, ?The Celtics' Tony Allen, once a star for Crane, had been targeting Friday's game against the Bulls for a return from a right knee injury that required surgery. Allen said he was experiencing pain and swelling and had to postpone his comeback. But he has bigger problems that extend beyond basketball and could jeopardize his career. Allen is scheduled to return to Chicago on Tuesday for a court appearance on aggravated battery charges stemming from a summer fight at a restaurant.? - Read More...
Allen's Case Worries Celtics
Mark Murphy of THE BOSTON HERALD writes, ?As the troubled life of Tony Allen continues to spiral ? yesterday with a formal indictment on three counts of aggravated battery to cause serious bodily harm ? Celtics management continued to grow restless with the plight of the embattled guard. Though Wyc Grousbeck said last night that the team hasn't looked into taking action against Allen's contract in the event of a conviction or increased negative publicity, the Celtics managing partner acknowledged the possibility of such a move.? - Read More...
Celtics' Allen indicted on aggravated battery
Boston Celtics guard Tony Allen was indicted Wednesday on three counts of aggravated battery stemming from a fight that escalated into a shooting outside a Chicago diner in August. Cook County state's attorney spokesman Tom Stanton said the indictment, handed down by a grand jury, was read to Allen during a hearing Wednesday. Allen did not enter a plea. Allen, who was charged last month with aggravated battery and released on a $150,000 bond, is scheduled to return to court Dec. - Read More...
Stern Has Eye on Allen
Steve Bulpett of THE BOSTON HERALD writes, ?In addition to his recovering right knee and the Chicago Police, Tony Allen may have another obstacle in his path as he seeks to return to active duty with the Celtics. NBA Commissioner David Stern said last night the league is keeping a close watch on Allen, who has been charged with aggravated battery from an August fight that ended in a shooting.? - Read More...