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Miami Sophomore Marcus Allen Battling Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma

12/19/2025

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Marcus Allen, a Miami sophomore forward, has been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma and will miss the season, the school announced.
Allen has begun chemotherapy.
Miami coach Jai Lucas expressed support for Allen and his family, highlighting his toughness and selflessness.
Allen, a Miami native, previously played at Missouri and led Miami Norland High to a state championship.
His family thanked supporters for their prayers and expressed faith in his healing.

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Marcus Allen, a Miami sophomore forward, has been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma and will miss the season, the school announced.
Allen has begun chemotherapy.
Miami coach Jai Lucas expressed support for Allen and his family, highlighting his toughness and selflessness.
Allen, a Miami native, previously played at Missouri and led Miami Norland High to a state championship.
His family thanked supporters for their prayers and expressed faith in his healing.