Allen Iverson is retiring...Vol: Lets make it a tribute thread, 1996-2009

[chris boshs neck]

He will be back.... He has a lot left in the tank... dude was putting up 25 and 8 2 years ago, last year he was hurt but this seems premature

 

[freddypee]

the beginning to the end of an era

sad day

 

[pr0phecy718]

well i hope iverson does not pull a marbury and stream his life 24/7.

 

[classy freshman]

I can't front I'm kind of sad. I feel like he isn't as appreciated as he should be because his love and passion for the game was overshadowed byhis selfishness. I'm thankful I had the opportunity to watch him live on many occasions, and on TV every night on Comcast. Thanks Allen

 

[ThaxbyChamblis]

I don't have a problem w/ him not willing to accept a bench role.

Thanks for the memories

 

[seymore cake]

Originally Posted by dreClark

I don't have a problem w/ him not willing to accept a bench role.

Thanks for the memories

This.

 

[kaycurrency]

Like others have been saying...I think he'll be back.


"if you love something let it go, if it comes back to you its yours.... if it doesnt, it never was"


....The Game will be calling this man back....

 

[finessesosa]

Originally Posted by SIRIUS LEE HANDSOME

RIP to his career.

He deserved a lot better treatment than he got from the NBA imo.

He was a grown %#+ man acting like a cry baby.

Anyways.

Thanks for all the memories AI even though i know hell be back.

 

[physicx]

too bad

 

[airjordan jb23]

One of those players I grew up watching. He was always a Sixer imo.
Crossovers, shoes, playing hurt, overall scoring... A fun player to watch.


I don't think he'll stay in retirement, but if he does, Thanks for the memories AI...

 

[dacomeup]

A player of his stature shouldn't have seen his career end this way, but he brought it on himself. No one wants to center a team around him and just lethim go for 25 a night while they have a losing season.

Iverson in Philly though

. Carrying bum @$! teams for years. I'll never forget that.

 

[outacontrol music]

Rather retire than come off the bench

Def one of the best to ever do it though. Sad way to go.

 

[inine5]

he can go to Europe and start all he wants....

 

[airjordan jb23]

 

[blacklion23]

One of the greatest players ever! Sad it had to end this way.

 

[i nasmatic i]

[h2]StephenA.com Breaking Exclusive: Allen Iverson Retirement Statement[/h2]NOV. 25, 2009
TO ALL OF MY FANS:
I would like to announce my plans to retire from the National Basketball Association. I always thought that when I left the game, it would be because I couldn't help my team the way that I was accustomed to. However, that is not the case.
I still have tremendous love for the game, the desire to play, and a whole lot left in my tank. I feel strongly that I can still compete at the highest level.
Stepping away from the game will allow me to spend quality time with my wife and kids. This is a reward that far exceeds anything that I've ever achieved on the basketball court. I have prayed for this day and I see it as my greatest gift.
I want to thank the people of Reebok International Ltd., for always allowing me to be me and for supporting me my whole career through all the ups and downs. I have enjoyed 13 wonderful seasons in the NBA, and I am grateful.
I want to first acknowledge my fans everywhere, who have been with me throughout my entire career. Without you, there would be no me. You should all know that I appreciate your support from the bottom of my heart. Thank you!
To Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Isiah Thomas, Charles Barkley and Larry Bird, you guys gave me the vision to play the game that will be forever in my heart.
To my Mom, who encouraged and inspired me to play every day, and to all of my family and friends who stood by me from the beginning. Thank you!
To my high school coach, Michael Bailey, Coach John Thompson at Georgetown University, Coach Larry Brown and to all of my other coaches, teammates, administrators, owners and staff who've been a part of my career, Thank you as well!
I'd like to give a special thanks to the people of Memphis. I never played a home game for your beloved Grizzlies, but I want you to know how much I appreciate the opportunity given me by a great owner in Michael Heisley, and the support of the city. I wish the Memphis Grizzlies' organization all of the success that the game has to offer.
And finally, to the city of Philadelphia: I have wonderful memories of my days in a Sixers' uniform. To Philly fans, thank you. Your voice will always be music to my ears.
God Bless all of you,

- ALLEN IVERSON

 

[bgetsbusy]

Originally Posted by dreClark

I don't have a problem w/ him not willing to accept a bench role.

Thanks for the memories

For me it already sucks not watching Marbury play anymore, now this? AI better come back

My favorite player of all-time

x 10000000000

 

[mjdalegend]

not the best way to end his career, but still respect what dude has done.

 

[daddywarbukks]

Dang. AI retiring?? I must really be gettin old.

Retire In Peace

 

[crazy dav0]

bye

 

[jawnyquest]

 

[ps2child]

i will never forget the shot he hit over tyron lue. respect.


























and the fact he was first to do MJ viciously

 

[justin slayer]

 

[dmv is rnb]

One of my sports heroes... hometown hero... one of the best to ever do it. I'm real hurt right now, but I'm deep down, I don't see this lasting.The NBA has done him wrong, but I think he brought a lot of it on himself as well. Foolish pride.

He'll be back tho. But if not... thanks for the memories AI

 

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