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Ray Hits the Reset Button, Exercises ’11-’12 Option with the C’s


 

Sugar Ray and Celtics fans may have heard Ray Allen hint at after the Celtics game 5 loss to Miami, “I have been full steam ahead with this team. I don’t have any plans to go anywhere else.” Well now it’s official, as Ray has chosen to exercise his option to stay with the Boston Celtics through the 2011-2012 NBA season. With this decision, Celtics fans can now look forward to another season (and perhaps the last) with the intact veteran core that led the team to an NBA Finals victory against the Lakers in ’08.

This past season Ray made it clear beyond a doubt that he’s still got game. He didn’t just play his usual game, he actually shot career high percentages from the floor and beyond the 3-point line this season. He missed only two games during the season, not because of injury, but due to a decision by coach Rivers to rest the starters leading into the post season. All this he did while clocking over 36 minutes a game. Take a moment to check his Wikipedia Page and you’ll find it says Ray Allen will turn 36 this July… but that can’t be right, is it? Believe it or not, it is. This is not your usual 36 year old NBA player, and every 3-pointer he makes next season will be a new all-time NBA record. This season he left off at 2,612.

There’s a lot of buzz surrounding Ray’s Decision to stick with Boston; Here are some articles all about it:

NESN:

Ray Allen Remains in Boston, With Him Remain Celtics’ Championship Hopes

CBS Boston:

Staying A Celtic: Ray Allen Exercises Option For 2011-12 Season

Boston Herald:

Ageless Ray Allen not done

WEEI:

Why the Return of Ray Allen is Good for Him and the Celtics.

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35 Responses to Ray Hits the Reset Button, Exercises ’11-’12 Option with the C’s

  1. Kip Evans says:

    Well I love Ray Allen and alwayz will support him not matta wat team he plays for. Go Ray Ray!!! lol šŸ™‚

  2. Pete says:

    I want to recant my previous post. I was just disappointed to see Ray go and I think I may have had the wrong idea of how the things went down. Looks like he just wanted a three year commitment from the Celts, like KG and others. There maybe other issues but I think that was the gist of it. Can’t blame him for that. I think he did end up getting the raw end of the deal in Boston a few times.

    Good luck Ray! Sucks you’re on the Heat but I’ll still be rooting for you man. Always will love the Celts though, so there will be a few games that I hope you lose. šŸ™‚

  3. Pete says:

    Man it took you so long to get back to New England and now you are going out like this? You let your pride ruin your legacy. You wanted to come first before KG? You had enough of Rondo? You were hurt the Celts were trying to trade you? I dont know the reason but whatever it is, is it worth giving up the chance to have your number retired? Because that is not going to happen now. I truly believe you were going to have that chance. You would

    Enjoy this moment. It will be the only time that you are going to come first in Miami. Let’s hope you get your championship. I really wonder if it will be worth more than seeing your number hanging in the Gardens rafters.

    The Heat? The team you yourself said got a no call that ended up costing the Celtics the game. That was your fourth win. They stole it from you. And now you are going to join them. Traitor.

    Bye Ray.

  4. Jaron Miami Heat Boy Williams says:

    Glad to have you on the heat! Forget the Haters!

  5. jwm5514 says:

    Ray ray, you were my all-time favorite player in the NBA, key word being “were.” It is hard for myself to not hate every member of the Miami Heat organization, and I won’t make an exception for you. I hope you don’t regret it, since myself and the rest of the Celtics fanbase will be booing you until you retire.

  6. Tameshia Godfrey says:

    Can’t blame a player for leaving if they feel unwanted by the organization. The business of the NBA makes it hard for a player to be loyal to thier teammates especially when the player is considered to be a “friend” on and off of the court. Sad day for me Ray when I heard you will be taking your talents to South Beach. Still a fan of all “Big East” players though. This was a hard pill to swallow, still shaking my head…best of luck to you Ray Allen!!!

  7. Joel Coelho says:

    Rayray,i am from portugal,i am a celtics fan, and your fan to. Please change your mind and stays in the celtcs

  8. celticpride says:

    yo ray wat da hell you doing you are a celtic heat is the enemy dont go out like this ray ray it aint right are you kidding me ,,awwww hell man im gonna miss you yooo ray put that green back on lets go celtics….seriously ray dont go out like this i hope you could still change your mind…..lets go celtics

  9. jeriel says:

    well I’ve heard Rayray will be in the Heat next season. .So from now on I’m loving you Miami Heat..But my hate for Wade and Bosh will remain. sorry. I’m so proud to be a CELTIC FAN. I love you Ray Allen. You’re the best. I am so in love with you. Looking forward to see you someday. I don’t wanna die without seeing you.lol. You take care! šŸ™‚

  10. TomR says:

    Looking forward to Mike Biamonte (Heat Announcer) saying THREEEEEEEE – Ray Allen – From Lebron – Welcome to South Florida!!

  11. ALL HEAT! says:

    I can feel the loss for the Boston nation however Ray your last years are going to be the most Prolific in South beach as you end your career a champion, come on down, LET’S GO HEAT!!!

  12. Hank says:

    Hi Ray,

    I have been a Celtics fan for over 30 years now. When you, KG and Paul got together in 2007, it was a HUGE rebirth in Celtics Pride for Celtics fans everywhere. My young daughter became a fan at that time and you are her (and my) favorite Celtic. We know you have to do what is best for you, but hopefully, remaining a Celtic is what’s best for you and your family. I know Celtic Nation wants you back and want to see The Big 3 hoist banner 18 together. It’s been fantastic watching and rooting for this team the past 5 years and I’ll be ecstatic if we get a few more years to enjoy it.

  13. John says:

    Ray, I have been a fan of you from your earliest days and was so thrilled when you came to the C’s. I feel that while Miami is certainly a super team and city that you can really do more for a team and city by staying in Boston. You were so close last month, just some tough breaks otherwise you’d be hanging 18 this fall. Let’s do it in 12-13!!!

  14. domenico says:

    RAY, I am writing from italy. I’m your big fan. Please stay with us. CELTICS PRIDE

  15. Joe Jesse says:

    Ray heres how i look at it, your two options are miami and boston. if you stay in boston then you will keep the big four going and your guys’s built friendship, but you guys might not win a ring in the next two years. If you go to Miami then you will lose the big four and your friends but you will most likely get a couple of rings… im very curious/interested/exited to here your decision. for me i love watching you play in bostonwith the people you love, but i also think in maimi your shots would be easier (which would lead to a better percentage) and you would get two more rings.its all about what you want this late in your career… i thought about being in your shoes right now and the option for me would be sooooo hard so i can just imagine what it is like for you right now having to deal with all the drama. so choose wisely, your #1 fan, Joe Jesse

  16. Chris Broom says:

    PLEASE STAY WITH US RAY!!! All of New England will be CRUSHED if you go to Miami! End your career with a city with fans that love and respect you. Not some bandwagon fans that don’t know anything. Please Ray take or $6k for the next 2 years and help Boston bring in banner 18!

  17. your the best player in the would if i can go to one of your games ever time you get on i WILL SUPORT YOU EVER TIMES EVEN WHEN YOU ARE DOING BAD#1FAN RAMON HARPER

  18. johnny says:

    Ray U R awesome ive always looked up to u as a basketball role model and i wear #20 because of u

  19. ester says:

    thanks ray for staying a celtic!!! let’s hope for the lock out to be unlocked haha.. can’t wait to see you guys play! LET’S GO CELTICS!

  20. Allen Robinson says:

    You are the best Ray.. thanks for staying!!!!!

  21. Angie Cruse says:

    I love the movie He Got Game!!! Will you be doing any more movies in the future?

  22. evaletleri says:

    Great decision Ray to stay in Boston with you on our side we will regain our championship. Celtics 4 Life !!!

  23. Honez says:

    Although Ray is already turning 36, he’s playing younger than his age. And I don’t remember Ray having a serious injury though. šŸ™‚

  24. Benjamin Jones says:

    Ray please help put up Banner 18th before you Retire.

    Benjamin Jones
    US Army Retired 22 Years………….GO Celtics.

  25. Karen says:

    Great decision Ray to stay in Boston with you on our side we will regain our championship. Celtics 4 Life

  26. Francisco staerkle says:

    from already very good afternoon, comment here with the sole purpose of contacting a person to talk and see if there are universities of this beautiful country to go study and play baquetball, sorry for commenting here Thanks in no more than a hug to say and very good afternoon

  27. kaoru says:

    I’m glad to hearing the official announcement. I look forward to watching you play again next season & I really hope I can make a trip to the TD garden.
    Thanks Ray for your decision! Let’s go Celtics =)

  28. paulo says:

    i like boston celtics beacause of u,.thanks ray,.

  29. E HARRY says:

    Thanks for staying, Ray Ray. Two words, ‘JESUS SHUTTLESWORTH’!!

  30. SugarRayCarn says:

    I knew he will stay! Banner 18 here we come! Ray Allen’s still got game, always! Love Rayray! Love the Celtics! Celtics Pride Baby!:)

  31. Samuel says:

    Hi. This is Samuel. I’m so happy you are sticking with the Celtics. I am a major fan. I really liked getting a bounce pass from you at the Clippers vs. Celtics game in Los Angeles Staples Center. Please write back.

  32. samuel says:

    i really hope they dont lose in the 4th quarter like useual and get eliminated like bums again and get another ring for boston

  33. Rhonda M says:

    Glad Ray will staying with us for another season I love this team we will be back better than ever before die hard Celtics Fan……

  34. Terrell Scudder says:

    Thank u so much u are one of the best in this business today…I noo in my heart that u & the team will pull a win on of ur hat!!