Who is Paul Allen and why did LeBron James call him a 'National Treasure': All you need to know

LeBron James recently quoted a tweet made by Pat McAfee showing appreciation to an electrifying sports commentator. The talented broadcaster featured in the tweet is known as Paul Allen.

McAfee, who was in awe of Allen, posted a video of him making play-by-play calls for the Minnesota Vikings. Apparently, this caught the attention of LBJ and he couldn't help but give his appreciation.

LeBron James said: "WOW!!! Paul Allen is a National Treasure!!"

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Why did LeBron James refer to Paul Allen as 'National Treasure'?

Pat McAfee posted a video of Paul Allen calling plays on Twitter, which intrigued LeBron James. To be honest, nobody can blame him for taking notice of the video. Allen was the money behind the microphone commentating for the Minnesota Vikings. He's obviously great at his craft by keeping the audience's attention to what he has to say about the game.

Paul Allen masterfully showcased the timing of emotions used on certain play calls. He knows how to tell a story for every action made on the playing field. Allen's energy can get the crowd going, especially when something amazing happens.

Honestly, this aspect of being a commentator is something a lot of other sportscasters lack these days. No wonder LeBron James called him a treasure.

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Who is Paul Allen?

Paul Allen

Paul Allen is a sports commentator who hosts a radio show on KFAN and makes play-by-play calls for the NFL's Minnesota Vikings. He also provides Canterbury Park and the Minnesota Vikings Radio Network with his voice talents. Before moving to Canterbury Park in Shakopee, Minnesota, in 1995, Allen had previously called horse races at several places across the country.

Paul Allen has been announcing games on the radio for the Minnesota Vikings for more than 20 years. Surprisingly, despite Allen being in the industry for so long, it's the first time people like LeBron James and Pat McAfee have heard of him. However, it makes a lot of sense why the Vikings commentator has been with the team for over a decade.

To state the obvious, sports wouldn't be what it is today if it wasn't for the amazing athletes. But it would also be incomplete if color commentators never existed. Sportscasters are what make watching sports more interesting. They're the ones who add color.

Paul Allen blowing up on social media is living proof that many sports fans appreciate an amazing broadcaster like him.