Offensively, Ray Allen is enduring a subpar season. After seemingly snapping out of his 3-point slump by canning five Dec. 1 at Charlotte, he has missed 7 of 8 the last two games. In years past, when Allen’s focus was scoring and stretching the floor, his impact would have been limited. (Full article: 686 words)

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