Sam Allred

Sam Allred

Joined: Jul 1, 2025

Sam Allred has been the Site Expert for Soaring Down South since the 2025 offseason. In his free time, he works for a professional and AAU basketball team and coaches high school basketball. He began his FanSided career covering the Dallas Mavericks for The Smoking Cuban, and his writing has been featured in Sports Illustrated Kids. He graduated with both his bachelor's and master's degrees from Texas A&M. Sam holds his high school's record for most technical fouls in a season and career.

Kobe Bufkin warming up against the Los Angeles Lakers

Trae Young and Jalen Johnson laughing during a game

Patrick Beverley delivered a low-blow to Young with his comments

\Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam and Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young react in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Patrick Beverley using his signature "hands-on" defense on Trae Young

Dennis Schroder overwhelmed with joy after winning his second international competition since 2023

Boston Celtics v Atlanta Hawks

Brooklyn Nets v Boston Celtics

Atlanta Hawks center Al Horford reacts after being called for a foul on Oklahoma City Thunder forward Serge Ibaka. The Hawks defeated the Thunder 106-100

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) reacts after a three-pointer against the Philadelphia 76ers in the second quarter at State Farm Arena

Atlanta Hawks v Brooklyn Nets

Memphis Grizzlies guard Luke Kennard reacts after a three-point basket during the second quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at FedExForum

Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels and guard Trae Young react after combining for a basket against the Orlando Magic during the first half at State Farm Arena.

Brooklyn Nets v Atlanta Hawks

UCLA Bruins guard Kobe Johnson shoots the ball against the Utah State Aggies in the first round of the NCAA Tournament

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young just before the start of the first quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center.