Allan Houston is an American basketball player who was born in Louisville, Kentucky on April 20, 1971. He is currently the General Manager for the Westchester Knicks of the NBA G League.
During his playing career, he attended Tennessee and was drafted 11th overall in the 1993 NBA draft by the Detroit Pistons. He was a two-time NBA All-Star in 2000 and 2001.
He also earned several accolades such as Third-team All-American, First-team All-SEC, SEC All-Freshman Team, SEC tournament MVP, McDonald’s All-American, First-team Parade All-American, and Kentucky Mr.
Basketball. During his career, Houston scored 14,551 points, 2,434 rebounds, and 1,990 assists. He also won several medals representing the United States in the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games, the 1999 San Juan FIBA Americas Championship, and the 1990 Montevideo FIBA Americas U18 Championship.
Personal Information of Allan Houston
| Real Name/Full Name | Allan Wade Houston |
| Age | 51 years old |
| Birth Date | Apr 20, 1971 |
| Birth Place | Louisville, KY |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 6′ 6″ |
| Weight | 205 pounds |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife/Spouse (Name) | Tamara Houston |
| Children | No children |
| Profession | Basketball player |
| Net Worth | $55 Million |
Stats
| season | Team |
|---|---|
| 1993-94 | DET |
| 1994-95 | DET |
| 1995-96 | DET |
| 1996-97 | NY |
| 1997-98 | NY |
| 1998-99 | NY |
| 1999-00 | NY |
| 2000-01 | NY |
| 2001-02 | NY |
| 2002-03 | NY |
| 2003-04 | NY |
| 2004-05 | NY |
| Career |
| GP | GS | MIN | FG | FG% | 3PT | 3P% | FT | FT% | OR | DR | REB | AST | BLK | STL | PF | TO | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79 | 20 | 19.2 | 3.4-8.5 | 40.5 | 0.4-1.5 | 29.9 | 1.1-1.4 | 82.4 | 0.2 | 1.3 | 1.5 | 1.3 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 2.1 | 1.3 | 8.5 |
| 76 | 39 | 26.3 | 5.2-11.3 | 46.3 | 2.1-4.9 | 42.4 | 1.9-2.3 | 86.0 | 0.4 | 1.8 | 2.2 | 2.2 | 0.2 | 0.8 | 2.4 | 1.5 | 14.5 |
| 82 | 75 | 37.5 | 6.9-15.2 | 45.3 | 2.3-5.5 | 42.7 | 3.6-4.4 | 82.3 | 0.7 | 3.0 | 3.7 | 3.0 | 0.2 | 0.7 | 2.8 | 2.8 | 19.7 |
| 81 | 81 | 33.1 | 5.4-12.7 | 42.3 | 1.8-4.7 | 38.5 | 2.2-2.7 | 80.3 | 0.5 | 2.4 | 3.0 | 2.2 | 0.2 | 0.5 | 2.9 | 2.1 | 14.8 |
| 82 | 82 | 34.7 | 7.0-15.6 | 44.7 | 1.0-2.6 | 38.5 | 3.5-4.1 | 85.1 | 0.5 | 2.8 | 3.3 | 2.6 | 0.3 | 0.8 | 2.5 | 2.4 | 18.4 |
| 50 | 50 | 36.3 | 5.9-14.1 | 41.8 | 1.1-2.8 | 40.7 | 3.4-3.9 | 86.2 | 0.4 | 2.6 | 3.0 | 2.7 | 0.2 | 0.7 | 2.3 | 2.6 | 16.3 |
| 82 | 82 | 38.6 | 7.5-15.5 | 48.3 | 1.3-3.0 | 43.6 | 3.4-4.1 | 83.8 | 0.5 | 2.8 | 3.3 | 2.7 | 0.2 | 0.8 | 2.7 | 2.3 | 19.7 |
| 78 | 78 | 36.6 | 6.9-15.5 | 44.9 | 1.2-3.2 | 38.1 | 3.6-3.9 | 90.9 | 0.3 | 3.4 | 3.6 | 2.2 | 0.1 | 0.7 | 2.4 | 2.1 | 18.7 |
| 77 | 77 | 37.8 | 7.4-16.9 | 43.7 | 1.8-4.5 | 39.3 | 3.8-4.4 | 87.0 | 0.5 | 2.8 | 3.3 | 2.5 | 0.1 | 0.7 | 2.4 | 2.2 | 20.4 |
| 82 | 82 | 37.9 | 8.0-17.9 | 44.5 | 2.2-5.5 | 39.6 | 4.4-4.8 | 91.9 | 0.3 | 2.5 | 2.8 | 2.7 | 0.1 | 0.7 | 2.3 | 2.2 | 22.5 |
| 50 | 50 | 36.0 | 6.8-15.6 | 43.5 | 1.7-4.0 | 43.1 | 3.1-3.4 | 91.3 | 0.4 | 2.0 | 2.4 | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0.8 | 2.1 | 2.0 | 18.5 |
| 20 | 11 | 26.6 | 4.3-10.3 | 41.5 | 1.6-4.0 | 38.7 | 1.8-2.2 | 83.7 | 0.2 | 1.0 | 1.2 | 2.1 | 0.1 | 0.4 | 2.0 | 1.1 | 11.9 |
| 839 | 727 | 33.7 | 6.4-14.3 | 44.4 | 1.6-3.9 | 40.2 | 3.1-3.6 | 86.3 | 0.4 | 2.5 | 2.9 | 2.4 | 0.2 | 0.7 | 2.5 | 2.1 | 17.3 |
| season | Team |
|---|---|
| 1993-94 | DET |
| 1994-95 | DET |
| 1995-96 | DET |
| 1996-97 | NY |
| 1997-98 | NY |
| 1998-99 | NY |
| 1999-00 | NY |
| 2000-01 | NY |
| 2001-02 | NY |
| 2002-03 | NY |
| 2003-04 | NY |
| 2004-05 | NY |
| Career |
| FG | FG% | 3PT | 3P% | FT | FT% | OR | DR | REB | AST | BLK | STL | PF | TO | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 272-671 | 40.5 | 35-117 | 29.9 | 89-108 | 82.4 | 19 | 101 | 120 | 100 | 13 | 34 | 165 | 99 | 668 |
| 398-859 | 46.3 | 158-373 | 42.4 | 147-171 | 86.0 | 29 | 138 | 167 | 164 | 14 | 61 | 182 | 113 | 1101 |
| 564-1244 | 45.3 | 191-447 | 42.7 | 298-362 | 82.3 | 54 | 246 | 300 | 250 | 16 | 61 | 233 | 233 | 1617 |
| 437-1032 | 42.3 | 148-384 | 38.5 | 175-218 | 80.3 | 43 | 197 | 240 | 179 | 18 | 41 | 233 | 167 | 1197 |
| 571-1277 | 44.7 | 82-213 | 38.5 | 285-335 | 85.1 | 43 | 231 | 274 | 212 | 24 | 63 | 207 | 200 | 1509 |
| 294-703 | 41.8 | 57-140 | 40.7 | 168-195 | 86.2 | 20 | 132 | 152 | 137 | 9 | 35 | 115 | 130 | 813 |
| 614-1271 | 48.3 | 106-243 | 43.6 | 280-334 | 83.8 | 38 | 233 | 271 | 224 | 14 | 65 | 219 | 186 | 1614 |
| 542-1208 | 44.9 | 96-252 | 38.1 | 279-307 | 90.9 | 20 | 263 | 283 | 173 | 10 | 52 | 190 | 161 | 1459 |
| 568-1301 | 43.7 | 136-346 | 39.3 | 295-339 | 87.0 | 37 | 215 | 252 | 190 | 10 | 54 | 182 | 170 | 1567 |
| 652-1465 | 44.5 | 178-450 | 39.6 | 363-395 | 91.9 | 26 | 205 | 231 | 220 | 7 | 54 | 191 | 178 | 1845 |
| 340-781 | 43.5 | 87-202 | 43.1 | 157-172 | 91.3 | 20 | 101 | 121 | 99 | 2 | 38 | 105 | 102 | 924 |
| 85-205 | 41.5 | 31-80 | 38.7 | 36-43 | 83.7 | 4 | 19 | 23 | 42 | 2 | 8 | 40 | 21 | 237 |
| 5337-12017 | 44.4 | 1305-3247 | 40.2 | 2572-2979 | 86.3 | 353 | 2081 | 2434 | 1990 | 139 | 566 | 2062 | 1760 | 14551 |
| season | Team |
|---|---|
| 1993-94 | DET |
| 1994-95 | DET |
| 1995-96 | DET |
| 1996-97 | NY |
| 1997-98 | NY |
| 1998-99 | NY |
| 1999-00 | NY |
| 2000-01 | NY |
| 2001-02 | NY |
| 2002-03 | NY |
| 2003-04 | NY |
| 2004-05 | NY |
| Career |
| DD2 | TD3 | DQ | EJECT | TECH | FLAG | AST/TO | STL/TO | SC-EFF | SH-EFF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 0.996 | 0.43 |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.5 | 0.5 | 1.282 | 0.56 |
| 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 1.300 | 0.53 |
| 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1.1 | 0.2 | 1.160 | 0.50 |
| 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 1.182 | 0.48 |
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 1.156 | 0.46 |
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1.2 | 0.3 | 1.270 | 0.52 |
| 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 1.208 | 0.49 |
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 1.204 | 0.49 |
| 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.2 | 0.3 | 1.259 | 0.51 |
| 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 1.183 | 0.49 |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0.4 | 1.156 | 0.49 |
| 3 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 1.211 | 0.50 |
High school and college career
Allan Houston was born in Louisville, Kentucky and played an integral part in the Ballard High School team which won the 1988 Kentucky state championship.
He was known for his expertise in long-range shooting, and was named Kentucky’s Mr Basketball in 1989. Following his success in high school, Houston went on to pursue a college career at the University of Tennessee.
At the University of Tennessee, Houston was coached by his father, Wade Houston. His excellent shooting skills helped him become the school’s all-time leading scorer, and he became the second player to make the most three-point field goals.
He was also a member of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity. Houston’s excellent college career was recognized in 2011, when the University of Tennessee retired his number (20) during halftime ceremonies at a Tennessee-Kentucky game.
This was a recognition of his achievements while playing there, and was a sign of appreciation from the University of Tennessee.Overall, Allan Houston’s high school and college career has been remarkable.
He had an excellent high school career and was named Kentucky’s Mr Basketball, and he had an even more impressive college career. He finished off his college career as the school’s all-time leading scorer, and was even honored with his number being retired by the University of Tennessee.
Professional career
Allan Houston’s professional career began in 1993 when he was drafted in the first round (eleventh overall) by the Detroit Pistons in the 1993 NBA draft.
In his rookie year, he averaged 8.5 points per game. In the following two years, his average increased to 14.5 and 19.7 points per game respectively.Houston was traded to the New York Knicks in 1996 and he quickly became a fan-favourite.
He was an integral part of the Knicks squad and helped them reach the 1999 NBA finals. He had an impressive performance in the finals, averaging 21.2 points per game. He was named an NBA All-Star in 2000 and 2001. In his time with the Knicks, Houston formed a formidable partnership with Latrell Sprewell.
The two helped the Knicks reach the playoffs in four out of five seasons. Houston’s best statistical season came in 2002-03 when he averaged a career-high 22.5 points per game.
In 2003, Houston signed a six-year, $100 million contract with the Knicks. However, his career was cut short due to a knee injury that required surgery in 2005.
He attempted a comeback in 2007 but was unsuccessful. He officially retired from the NBA in 2008. Throughout his career, Houston was known for his clutch shooting and precise three-point shooting. He was a three-time All-Star and a two-time All-NBA Team selection.
He also holds numerous Knicks franchise records, including most three-pointers made in a single season and most points scored in a single game.Allan Houston’s professional career was filled with achievements and accolades.
He will forever be remembered as one of the most beloved Knicks players of all time.
National team career
Allan Houston is an American former professional basketball player who had a successful career playing for the USA men’s national basketball team. Houston was part of the team that won the gold medal at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia.
Houston’s national team career began back in 1995, when he was selected to play for the USA Basketball Select Team.
The team was made up of college players and was coached by George Karl. During this time, Houston developed his skills and gained valuable experience.The following year, Houston was selected to the USA World University Games Team.
This team won the gold medal in Fukuoka, Japan, in 1997. In 1999, Houston was part of the USA Basketball Men’s Senior National Team. He was part of the team that won the bronze medal at the FIBA Americas Olympic Qualifying Tournament in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
In 2000, Houston was selected to the USA Basketball Men’s Olympic Team and competed in the Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia.
The team went undefeated and won the gold medal. Houston’s national team career was a success. He was able to learn and develop his skills, and he had the opportunity to represent his country on a global stage.
He was part of a team that won the gold medal at the 2000 Summer Olympics, a feat that is still remembered today.
Executive career
Allan Houston is a basketball executive with an illustrious career. He began his executive career in 2008 as an assistant to the President for Basketball Operations for the New York Knicks.
Two years later in 2010, Houston was promoted to the position of Assistant General Manager for the Knicks. In this role, Houston was able to utilize his experience as an outstanding NBA player to help guide the team in its decision-making. Houston has continued his executive career with the Knicks to this day.
He is currently Special Assistant to the General Manager of the Knicks and has been since July 2019. Additionally, Houston is the General Manager of the Westchester Knicks, the organization’s G League affiliate.
Houston’s wealth of knowledge and experience as both an NBA player and executive have enabled him to make a major impact on the Knicks.
He has been able to bring his unique perspective to the team and has helped the Knicks make decisions that are beneficial to the team and its players. Houston has also been a great mentor to the younger players, teaching them the fundamentals of the game and helping them develop their skills.
Houston’s career has been a testament to his commitment to the game of basketball and his dedication to the New York Knicks organization.
His experience and expertise have been invaluable to the team and have helped shape the organization into one of the top teams in the NBA. Houston’s commitment to the Knicks has helped create a culture of excellence and has allowed the team to remain competitive year after year.
Net Worth
Allan Houston is a former professional basketball player who played in the NBA for 12 years, mostly for the New York Knicks. He was a two-time All-Star and an Olympic gold medalist in 2000. According to various sources, Allan Houston’s net worth is estimated to be between $55 million and $75 million as of 2023.
He earned most of his wealth from his basketball career, as well as from his business ventures and endorsements. He is currently the general manager of the Westchester Knicks, the G League affiliate of the New York Knicks.
Personal life
Allan Houston is an American retired professional basketball player who was a shooting guard in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He is married to Tamara Houston, with whom he has seven children.
The couple got married in 2004, and ever since then, they have been living a blissful married life. Houston and his wife are parents to four sons and three daughters. Their eldest son is named Jordan and the youngest is named London.
The couple is often seen spending quality time with their kids. From taking them to the park to attending their games, the family loves spending time together. Houston is also seen in the spotlight due to his involvement in the United States Basketball team.
He was a part of the team that won the gold medal at the 2000 Olympic games. He is also a well-known philanthropist, having donated over $1 million to charities. Houston is also an avid golfer, and he is often seen playing on the golf course with his family. He also enjoys cooking and has his own cookbook.
He is a passionate and dedicated family man and loves spending time with his wife and kids.In short, Allan Houston is a retired professional basketball player who is also a devoted husband and father.
He is married to Tamara Houston and together, they have seven children. Houston and his family are often seen spending quality time together and he is also an active philanthropist and golfer.
Houston is truly an inspiration to many and his dedication to his family is truly admirable.
Why did Allan Houston retire?
Allan Houston retired in October 2005 due to a series of knee injuries. The injuries were so severe that Houston was unable to continue playing in the NBA.
He had been dealing with knee issues for some time, and the pain had become too much to bear. He tried to make a comeback in 2007, but ultimately decided against it due to the timing of his return.
He didn’t want to join the team so late into the season and affect their preparation. Houston had a long and successful career in the NBA. He was a two-time NBA All-Star, two-time All-NBA second team selection, and a two-time NBA champion.
His career-high scoring average was 21.6 points per game during the 2000–01 season, and he finished his career with 12,391 points. A knee injury during the 2002–03 season began Houston’s decline. He played in only 24 games that season, and his scoring average dropped to 10.9 points per game, his lowest since his rookie season.
The injury kept him off the court for the entire 2003–04 season. He attempted to return to the court in 2004–05, but the knee injury was too much to overcome, and he was forced to retire.
Though Houston was forced to end his playing career too soon, he still looks back fondly on the time he spent in the NBA. He achieved great heights, and his name is still remembered by basketball fans around the world.
Unfortunately, his career was cut short due to the knee injuries, but his legacy will never be forgotten.
Is Allan Houston a Hall of Famer?
Yes, Allan Houston is a Hall of Famer. He is a two-time NBA All-Star and played three seasons with the Detroit Pistons and nine with the New York Knicks.
His career achievements have earned him induction into the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame. Houston was a standout player in college, averaging 24 points per game for the Tennessee Volunteers.
He was drafted 11th overall in the 1993 NBA draft by the Detroit Pistons. He went on to have an impressive career for the Pistons and the New York Knicks. Houston was an excellent shooter and scored over 17,000 points in his career.
He was a two-time NBA All-Star and made the All-NBA Third Team in 2001. He was also selected to the All-Rookie First Team in 1994. Houston’s success on the court led him to be inducted into the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame. He was honored for his accomplishments at the University of Tennessee and in the NBA.
He was inducted in 2015 and said it was the “top” of his career achievements. Allan Houston was a talented basketball player and a respected leader. His hard work and dedication to the game have earned him a place in the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame. He is a true Hall of Famer.
Are the Knicks still paying Allan Houston?
Are the Knicks Still Paying Allan Houston?
• The New York Knicks and Allan Houston agreed to a contract that would pay the All-Star guard more than $100 million over seven years.
• This contract made Houston the highest-paid player in franchise history.
• Though the contract was agreed upon in principle, it is unclear if the Knicks are still paying Houston.
• It is likely that the contract expired after the seven-year period, and the Knicks are no longer paying Houston at the same rate.
• If the contract is still active, Houston would be receiving a large sum of money each year from the Knicks.
• It is possible that the Knicks and Houston renegotiated the contract after the initial seven years, but this has not been confirmed.
• If the contract was not renegotiated, Houston probably received a large sum of money from the Knicks after the initial seven-year period.
• The Knicks may also have decided to pay Houston at a lower rate after the expiration of the original contract.
• It is possible that the Knicks and Houston have decided not to renew the contract, resulting in Houston no longer receiving money from the Knicks.
• Ultimately, it is unclear whether the Knicks are still paying Houston, but it is likely that the contract has expired and Houston is no longer receiving a large sum of money from the team.
How old is Allan Houston?
Heading: Age of Allan Houston
Allan Houston, an American former professional basketball player, is currently 48 years old. He was born on May 20, 1971, in Louisville, Kentucky. Houston spent 12 seasons in the NBA, playing for the Detroit Pistons, New York Knicks, and Houston Rockets.
Houston was selected by the Detroit Pistons in the 1993 NBA Draft. He played with the Pistons until 1996 when he was traded to the New York Knicks. Houston spent the next eight seasons with the Knicks, becoming the team’s all-time leading scorer. He was named an NBA All-Star in 2000 and was selected to the All-NBA Third Team in 2001.
Houston left the Knicks after the 2004-2005 season and joined the Houston Rockets, where he spent the last two years of his career. He retired in 2007 after playing in 914 games and amassing 12,043 points, 2,076 rebounds, and 1,851 assists.
Houston, who is currently the assistant general manager of the New York Knicks, has maintained a high profile since his retirement. He is also the founder and CEO of the Allan Houston Legacy Foundation, which works to empower youth through education, sports, and leadership development.
In conclusion, Allan Houston is currently 48 years old. He was born on May 20, 1971, and played professionally for 12 seasons before retiring in 2007. Since then, he has been involved in various philanthropic and business ventures.
How many NBA players are from Houston?
Houston has a long and impressive basketball history, with many talented players hailing from the city. In total, 46 players have been selected in the NBA Draft from Houston, with 12 of them being picked in the first round.
Of those 12 first-round picks, one came in the last 10 years. Additionally, 10 players from Houston were chosen in the second round, and four were even selected among the top three picks. The most recent Houstonian to be drafted into the NBA was in 2021.
This shows that the city still produces incredibly talented players, even after many years of success in the league. As of 2021, there are currently 24 players in the NBA who are from Houston. This number has risen significantly over the years, as more and more talented players from the city have caught the eye of NBA scouts.
Notable players from Houston include James Harden, Hakeem Olajuwon, and Clyde Drexler. These three players have made a huge impact on the game of basketball, and have all gone down in history as some of the greatest to ever play.
While not all of the players from Houston have achieved the same level of success, the city still produces many talented players every year.
In conclusion, Houston has a long and successful history in the NBA, with 46 players from the city having been selected in the NBA draft over the years. As of 2021, there are 24 players from Houston currently in the NBA, and the city continues to produce talented players.
To Recap
Allan Houston is a former American professional basketball player and current general manager of the Westchester Knicks. He was born on April 20, 1971 in Louisville, Kentucky.
Houston had an impressive career, being selected as an NBA All-Star in 2000 and 2001, as well as a Third-Team All-American in 1993. He played college basketball at Tennessee, where he was named SEC All-Freshman Team and SEC tournament MVP in 1991.
He also has an impressive list of awards, such as McDonald’s All-American and Kentucky Mr. Basketball in 1989. Throughout his career, Houston scored a total of 14,551 points, 2,434 rebounds, and 1,990 assists. He also won a gold medal for the United States at the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games and other international competitions.
