Jarrett Allen was born on 
April 21, 1998, in San Diego, California, USA. He is an American national who developed a passion for basketball at a young age. Allen played college basketball at the University of Texas, where he had an impressive freshman season, showcasing his shot-blocking and rebounding skills. Following his standout performance in college, Allen declared for the NBA Draft.
Jarrett Allen
Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen plays during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Charlotte Hornets in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, Feb. 4, 2022. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)