Report: Ray Allen expected to remain retired, unlikely to rejoin Heat

Hitting just 32.9 percent of their three-point attempts, the Miami Heat would prefer to add some sharp shooting to their lineup as they prepare for the second half of the season.

However, don't expect that spark to be Ray Allen, who the Miami Herald's Ethan Skolnick reports is expected to remain retired despite Miami's constant pursuit of the 40-year-old.

The 18-year veteran has reportedly turned down numerous offers from the Heat since stepping away from the game during the summer of 2014.

Allen spent his last two seasons with Miami where he embraced his role as the team's sixth man, helping the team to two Finals appearances and one title.

The California native's most prominent moment was the game-tying three-pointer he hit during Game 6 of the 2013 Finals which ultimately served as the series' momentum swinger.

However, things reportedly didn't end well between Allen and the Heat, as he voiced his frustrations the following year after Miami fell to the Spurs in five games.

A lethal shooter, Allen ranks first all-time in three-pointers made with 2973, more than 400 more than second place. For his career, Allen has averaged 18.9 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.4 assists.

Losers of four straight, the Heat currently sit just eighth in the Eastern Conference with a 21-21 record. They have recently been linked to multiple free agents, but neither is likely to make the same impact that Allen would.