In the world of professional sports you rarely witness an elite NBA big man dancing with his bride as if the lavish reception hall were a high-school musical stage. Yet Cleveland’s center Jarrett Allen has proved that a sense of rhythm and a sense of partnership matter just as much on the hardwood as they do in married life.
The Star of Cleveland and His Off-Court Choice
Last Sunday the 26-year-old center officially tied the knot with his long-time sweetheart Jordyn January. The ceremony was held in an intimate circle of family and friends, but the basketball community still took notice: current teammates and even a few former Cavs made the trip to the venue.
The Newlyweds’ Improvisation: A Choreography Fans Will Remember
The climax of the evening was a fiery routine to “We’re All in This Together” from the cult film High School Musical. Instead of a slow waltz the bride and groom staged a full performance with synchronized moves, transitions and even an alley-oop—a symbolic gesture for a center accustomed to finishing plays above the rim.
Team Unity and Basketball Brotherhood
Chicago forward Isaac Okoro was the first to post the dance video; the clip instantly went viral on social media and racked up thousands of likes. You can hear the teammates’ cheers in the background and see in their eyes the same sense of togetherness that helps the Cavs survive the pressure of fourth quarters.
A Season That Inspired the Celebration
Last spring the Cleveland Cavaliers finished atop the East with a 64-18 record. Allen dominated the paint, making double-doubles a routine line in the box score. Yes, their road to the conference finals was blocked by a young Indiana squad, but the franchise had not reached that stage in many years. The wedding became not only a personal triumph for the center but also the culmination of a year in which he once again showed that smart post-ups and relentless screen setting can cement both team chemistry and family bonds.
