Ray Allen said on Wednesday that he loves how his body feels right now. He threw down a dunk in transition in Game 1 and looks to be as in great of shape as he was back when he was drafted in 1996. Allen is one of the greatest and will have a chance to break Robert Horry's record for most career 3-pointers in the NBA Finals this week. It sounds like he's going to be ready to go for next season.

Ray Allen played 32 minutes vs. the Spurs during Game 1's 110-95 loss on Thursday, making 6-of-12 from the field for 16 points with three boards, three assists, five steals and three 3-pointers. He suffered a bloody nose in the first half, but it didn't seem to affect him at all despite how his production dropped after that injury. The Spurs kept their eyes on Allen in transition, which was something the Pacers forgot to do in the Eastern Conference Finals. Obviously, the Spurs are a completely different challenge.

Ray Allen was treated for a bloody nose in the second quarter of Game 1 of The Finals. He's fine and has already returned to the game. Allen has been red hot before his nose issue, making all three of his shots from beyond the arc for 10 points. The Spurs will have to keep a better eye on him as he gets free off the ball.

Ray Allen used the word "buffoonery" when describing Lance Stephenson's actions towards LeBron James during Wednesday's Game 5 loss to the Pacers. Stephenson has been trying to get under LeBron's skin all series, but put aside the trash talking Wednesday night in lieu of blowing in James' ear (click the link for the video). James laughed off Stephenson's actions after the game and said, "Lance is Lance. He's going to do what he needs to do to help his team win. As to the leaders of this team, we're going to do what it takes to help our team win." Ray Allen didn't seem as amused as he added, "No, it's just buffoonery," Allen said. "As players, we just are professional, we come out and do our jobs. He's young. He'll grow up." The Heat will try to close out the series in Miami on Friday, so we'll all just have to wait and see what Stephenson has up his sleeve for Game 6.

Ray Allen played through his hip injury on Wednesday and hit 5-of-11 shots and three 3-pointers for 15 points, two rebounds and one assist in a loss to the Pacers. Allen played well and appears to be ready for Game 6, despite the injury. The Heat will need his long-distance shooting as they look to close out the Pacers on Friday in Miami. The Heat had 17 turnovers tonight, which is a big reason they lost.

Ray Allen (hip) will play against the Pacers in Game 5.

Ray Allen (hip) is going through his normal routine in preparation for Wednesday's Game 5. His routine is part of his legacy and he's usually the first guy in the gym to get ready for games. Allen is still a game-time decision, but it would be a mild shock for him to sit. He's had a nice series and the Pacers can't seem to keep tabs on him, especially in transition.

Ray Allen (hip) will be a game-time decision on Wednesday after sitting out Miami's shootaround. Allen has played a big role throughout the postseason and he's averaging 10.0 points in 27.0 minutes per game in the Eastern Conference finals, so his availability will have a major impact on Miami's rotation. We're unlikely to learn his status until he tests his hip during pre-game warmups.

Ray Allen (hip) will travel for Wednesday's Game 5 in Indiana, but he's questionable to play. Allen was able to return after suffering the injury on Monday, but the Heat have a 3-1 lead in the series and they're unlikely to take any chances with their 38-year-old sharp-shooter. If he's unable to play, expect more playing time for Norris Cole and Mario Chalmers, with Toney Douglas and James Jones possibly surfacing in the rotation.

Ray Allen left Monday's game in the third quarter due to an apparent ankle injury and returned, finishing with nine points, four boards, one assist and one 3-pointer in 27 minutes. He returned to the game about a minute later in real time and is obviously fine. The Pacers haven't been able to cover Allen very well in this series and probably won't be improving any time soon. His injury should be minor and he's likely ready to go for Game 5 on Wednesday.