Allisha Gray
A versatile athlete who transitioned from NCAA stardom to Olympic gold in 3x3 basketball, then became a steady, impactful force in the WNBA.
Born 1995 (age 31)·American basketball player·Birthday: January 12·Millennials
Biography
Allisha Gray's basketball journey is a testament to adaptability and relentless competitive drive. A standout from Sandersville, Georgia, she first made her name as a versatile guard at the University of North Carolina, where her athleticism and scoring punch made her a top prospect. Selected fourth overall by the Dallas Wings in the 2017 WNBA draft, Gray immediately proved she belonged, earning Rookie of the Year honors by averaging 13 points and nearly 4 rebounds per game. But her career took a unique turn when she embraced the newer, faster format of 3x3 basketball. In 2021, Gray was a central figure on the U.S. women's 3x3 team that dominated at the Tokyo Olympics, winning the sport's inaugural gold medal with a perfect 8-0 record. She seamlessly carried that winning momentum back to the professional court, evolving into a consistent double-digit scorer and tenacious defender. A trade to the Atlanta Dream in 2023 unlocked another level, where she earned her first All-Star selection by showcasing an expanded offensive game. Gray's path shows a player constantly refining her skills to meet the moment, whether on the Olympic stage or in the grind of a WNBA season.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Allisha was born in 1995, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Allisha Was Born
The biggest hits of 1995
#1 Movie
Toy Story
Best Picture
Braveheart
#1 TV Show
Seinfeld
Allisha's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1995Born
Oklahoma City bombing; Windows 95 released
Gas: $1.15/galHome: $96,500Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Gangsta's Paradise" — CoolioBest Picture: Braveheart
2000Started school
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2008Became a teenager
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2011Could drive
Osama bin Laden killed; Arab Spring sweeps the Middle East
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $138,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Rolling in the Deep" — AdeleBest Picture: The Artist
2013Could vote
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2016Turned 21
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2025Turned 30
AI agents go mainstream
Gas: $3.10/galHome: $385,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"APT." — Rose & Bruno Mars
2026Age 31 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Won a gold medal with the United States women's national 3x3 team at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo.
- Named the WNBA Rookie of the Year in 2017 after being drafted 4th overall by the Dallas Wings.
- Selected as a WNBA All-Star for the first time in 2023 as a member of the Atlanta Dream.
- Helped lead the University of South Carolina to an NCAA National Championship in 2017 after transferring from North Carolina.
- Set a WNBA record for most points in a debut playoff game (27) in 2023.
Did You Know?
She played her first two collegiate seasons at the University of North Carolina before transferring to South Carolina.
Gray is one of only a few players to win an NCAA championship and an Olympic gold medal in the same year (2017/2021).
In high school, she was also a track and field star, competing in the heptathlon.
Her nickname is 'Shook One,' which she has tattooed on her arm.
“I don't talk, I just go out there and compete on both ends of the floor.”
