It has been to long since I’ve blogged but I decided to write about Allen Iverson in leu of his documentary on NBA TV premiering tonight.
Allen was a dominant force on the court and off the court. The way he carried himself made you want to stop and look at him and see what he was about.
Coming from a troubled upbringing, Allen challenged himself to be more than the average person.
His destiny started after a unforgettable bowling alley brawl that although he wasn’t involved directly it caused him to spend some months in prison for it. Once released his life changed for the better.
Allen attended Georgetown University for a year before declaring for the NBA Draft. He was drafted by the Philadelphia 76rs and was later known as “The Answer”.
The tenacity and drive he had possessed made him deadly on the court, one crossover dribble and he was to the rim. He amazed the crowd and fans by how he pretty much sacrificed his body for his team and to show them he will do anything to win.
One of my favorite Iverson memories was the 2001 finals against the Lakers, this would be the only time we would see him in the finals but he showed why he deserved to be there. He put on a scoring clinic, although the Sixers didn’t win a title he would never be forgotten. I can only imagine if Allen would have had the proper pieces around him while in Philly could they have won a title. We will never know but Allen changed the way players after him dressed, played, and brought the spark to the NBA.
You wanted to watch Allen play, he made you stop what you were doing and watch because he was that good.
Allen’s personality in regards to the NBA actually made them changed implement a dress code only because the commissioner wanted a more business type appeal to the company.
Iverson’s impact and legacy will always be one to remember when you speak of great players and legends of the game. I’m glad I got to experience him growing up and watch his games live now all we have are the memories.
If you are an Iverson fan or were fond of him please tune in to his NBA TV documentary/interview tonight at 8 on NBA TV.
Thanks for reading!
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