It’s on. The WNBA All-Star Weekend 2025 is officially here, and all eyes are locked on Allisha Gray. The former South Carolina standout won’t be just defending one title, she will be defending two. Because Gray is the only player in league history to win both the 3-point Contest and the Skills Challenge in the same All-Star Weekend, and she’s back to run it back.

She’ll go head-to-head with sharpshooters like Lexie Hull, Sonia Citron, Sabrina Ionescu, and Kelsey Plum in this year’s 3-point showdown. But the spotlight will be squarely on Allisha. And not just because of her reigning titles. The three-time WNBA All-Star recently got engaged, and fans are growing more curious about the man behind the magic.

So who is he? Who’s the one supporting Gray as she takes on the court and life? His name is Tim Mangum Jr., and in this piece, we’re unpacking everything you need to know about him. Because when an All-Star like Gray says “yes,” you know the story is worth telling.

Who is Tim Mangum Jr., Allisha Gray’s Fiance?

Tim Mangum Jr. is, in every sense, a mystery man, and he seems to like it that way. Quietly operating outside the spotlight, Mangum only surfaced publicly when news of his engagement to WNBA star Allisha Gray broke. By profession, Mangum is a school psychologist. But that’s just one piece of the puzzle. His LinkedIn profile paints a broader picture: he’s also experienced in franchise management, talent assessment, and even basketball coaching.

A few months back, on March 29, 2025, Tim Mangum Jr. popped the question, and he did it in style. He set up an elaborate fake magazine photoshoot to catch Allisha Gray off guard, and it worked like a charm. But their story goes way back to their college days. Mangum and Gray have been together since their college days, long before the WNBA lights ever found her. He’s seen her grind, her growth, and her glow-up. And through it all, he’s been her steady anchor. The most telling part? His humility. “I’m just going along the route with her,” Tim said. 

For Allisha Gray, having a partner like Tim Mangum Jr. has made all the difference, on and off the court. As she later said, “I can talk to him about anything. It’s nice that he knows the game of basketball, but if I need him at the drop of a dime, he will stop what he’s doing to help me out. It means the world to have a fiance like him.” That’s the bond between them, and soon, that bond will go from lifelong support to a lifelong knot

How Did Allisha Gray and Tim Mangum Meet?

As the old saying goes, there’s always a mutual friend playing cupid behind the scenes. For Allisha Gray and Tim Mangum Jr., that friend was none other than WNBA superstar A’ja Wilson. Gray and Wilson became tight during their time at the University of South Carolina. Meanwhile, Tim happened to be roommates with one of A’ja’s close friends. That connection opened the door. Mangum recalls how their story began in the most 21st-century way: “A’ja and I FaceTimed a lot, and Allisha would be in the room because they were besties. She was always around,” Tim later said. So, thanks to a little friendly meddling, A’ja Wilson played matchmaker, and it worked.

“She (A’ja Wilson) showed me a picture of him and asked if I thought he was cute. I thought she was asking for her, but it was really for me,” the Atlanta Dream star later said. That lighthearted moment sparked the start of something real. What began as casual, friendly conversations soon turned into a love connection. And now, years later, here they are, engaged and planning a future together.

What Role Did Tim Mangum Play in Allisha Gray’s Career and Life?

Tim Mangum Jr. hasn’t just been a supportive fiance, he’s been a cornerstone in Allisha Gray’s life and career. “I had to be really creative because she is impossible to surprise. I had to really think outside the box,” he said, reflecting on the proposal. But that thoughtfulness wasn’t new. Long before the engagement, Tim was already in her corner, emotionally, logistically, and consistently.

Additionally, he understands the grind of professional basketball and always shows up, whether it’s helping her decompress after a game or managing real-life responsibilities off the court. The two co-own a home and have launched businesses together. It proves that their relationship is grounded in trust, vision, and teamwork.

 As Tim said, “We own a home together; We’ve moved from state to state; We’ve started our own businesses. [Getting married] adds a layer of validation and commitment to being with each other the rest of our lives.” In such a world where stability is rare, their bond feels like home, built brick by brick.