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Monday, July 6, 2009
Iverson Waits For Next Tomorrow

You don't have to feel sorry for Allen Iverson. He doesn't feel sorry for himself. But his journey after leaving Philadelphia hasn't been what he would have imagined.

The Detroit Pistons, thrilled to have his salary off their cap -- even if that freedom came at the price of destroying their season -- did not make an offer when the free agency period began last week and Iverson was available to talk to any team.

There are rumors that me might end up in Memphis or Miami, probably for the $5 million mid-level or veterans exception, or even in Charlotte with Larry Brown. That would be very Larry Brown-like, and maybe it would work.

Iverson talked with the Detroit Free Press about the next stage of his career. There wasn't much new, but it's still amazing to think that Allen ends up like this, essentially unwanted, a bench player who won't accept that role, a legacy from another generation.

Note to Ed: Don't even think about it.

Posted by Bob Ford @ 9:39 AM  Permalink | 28 comments
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Posted 09:48 AM, 07/06/2009
Rob Cherry
How on earth is Iverson going to live on 5 mil a year?
Posted 09:50 AM, 07/06/2009
Delaware Mike
Iverson...gotta be careful what you with for.
Posted 10:02 AM, 07/06/2009
kgd
hey...it seems like he went his own way...no tears...no (?) regreats...can only wish him positive going forward
Posted 10:13 AM, 07/06/2009
PuPuMan
He will go wherever there is a Dave and Busters.
Posted 10:14 AM, 07/06/2009
Panthro22
Iverson will be alright. What he should do is join up with the King and SHAQ and accept whatever money they give him to finally get a ring. Of course he would have to defer to Lebron and i don't know if he's ready for that kind of change yet.
Posted 10:15 AM, 07/06/2009
TeacherFun
Hopefully he won't end up like "Air McNair" once his entourage finds out he's only making $5 million instead of $20 million. I feel so bad that he will only be able to make $5 million next year. BOOOO HOOOO HOOOOO. WAAAA WAAAAAAA.
Posted 10:18 AM, 07/06/2009
schwike
We have to say he was a great Sixer and did help take us to the Finals......That was a great year!!!! Still and will never forget the game 1 win over the lakers in the Finals!!!
Posted 10:24 AM, 07/06/2009
CapitanesFua
With or withoug a team, Yverson was and remains one of the best offensive weapons in the NBA Circus lead by their biggest clown, Howard Stern's dad, David.
Posted 10:34 AM, 07/06/2009
JBP
Hope he goes to Cleveland!
Posted 10:37 AM, 07/06/2009
XmarksTheSpot
Note to Bob: Stop Hatin'.
Posted 10:46 AM, 07/06/2009
glassyman
Is this the entire article? its like 50 words long. You couldn't think of anything more significant to say about Iverson..wat a waste
Posted 10:54 AM, 07/06/2009
ynot716
What else did you want him to say? He's a player past his time that has an ego bigger than Mt Rushmore. He's a backup player on a good team at this stage in his career and if what really motivates him is a championship then he will take on this roll and be a good boy. Something he hasn't done his whole career. There is nothing wrong with being a sixth man or playing a shortened roll on a good team and helping your teamates win a championship. We should all be so talented and lucky. Unfortunately he has dug his own grave with his actions. He's a coach killer and an ego that I wouldn't want on my team.
Posted 11:05 AM, 07/06/2009
T3rdEyevisual
This website has a mind of its own.....let me try this again: Funniest part of the article was "Note to Ed: Don't even think about it.". I don't want to be negative, but it is as clear as the carribean waters, Iverson will never win a title unless he becomes a teammate FIRST.
Posted 11:07 AM, 07/06/2009
2012 ~ Ron Paul
NBA is a joke. “Thug Mentality” basketball isn’t appealing to the masses. BubbaChuck is old news.
Posted 11:08 AM, 07/06/2009
quitethetenses
Remember the Poom Poom pants...nuff said
Posted 11:23 AM, 07/06/2009
drnnat
At 34 he's still better than the guys we have in that postition. Let him hog the ball. He got us to the NBA finals, something no on else has done in many decades. Go for it AI. I'll always pay to see you when your team comes to town. But not until then while this garbage management runs the show.
Posted 11:27 AM, 07/06/2009
secon
coach killer
Posted 11:43 AM, 07/06/2009
Moozsha
A healthy Iverson is an impact player and will immediately make the team he ultimately goes to more competitive. Why not bring him back? It's not like the Sixers are going to compete for a championship this season. Might as well give a reason for fans to buy tickets to watch a guy who gives it his all (during games at least) and who can run. Of course, he may not fit Eddie Jordan's style of play, but, it'd be great to see him in a Sixers' uniform again. Glory days....
Posted 11:45 AM, 07/06/2009
poizon61
i would lov 2 see him back in philly
Posted 11:53 AM, 07/06/2009
MoBayYankee
His career is looking a lot like how Sprewell's ended up,
Posted 12:06 PM, 07/06/2009
mick314
Barnum and Bailey are conducting auditions.
Posted 12:16 PM, 07/06/2009
Dan is #1
how is he going to feed the crew on 5 mill
Posted 12:48 PM, 07/06/2009
Bob1
Glassyman said it all about Iverson. He's a waste.
Posted 02:55 PM, 07/06/2009
lendigiulio
Like Barkley, Iverson will leave the game without a championship and it will not be because of too little talent it will be because he is not a winner...
Posted 04:39 PM, 07/06/2009
jbuck1979
i hate ai but i'd love to see him back in town b/c the 76ers are one of the most boring teams that i've ever seen. ai is fun to watch and maybe people will show up for games if they had him back. the 76ers are terrible and won't get any better until they get brand back healthy (never gonna happen)and get rid of softy sam in the middle (2yrs left on his deal)and jrue develops into a nba starter (and that's abig if) so what do they have to lose other than $5mil
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Posted 06:20 PM, 07/06/2009
incog69
Iverson is still good enough starter in the NBA. In fact, he can easily put up 20 pts and 7 assists. His 07-08 stat line with the Nuggets was probably the best of his career and I think he still has it, despite his age. And he actually fits the Sixers style. If we can't resign Miller, he is the next best option- and he may even be the better option, period.
Posted 07:36 AM, 07/07/2009
mick314
The BubbaChuck Farewell Tour, coming to a casino near you. Friendly's lunch tickets available/handicapped parking optional.
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Bob Ford has been writing about Philadelphia sports since 1981, and is still trying to figure it all out. A former beat writer covering the Phillies and the 76ers, Ford became a general sports columnist for the Inquirer in 2003, following in and occasionally falling in the deep footsteps of Bill Lyon, Frank Dolson and many distinguished others. He comes to the Philly.com blogosphere after award-winning success as designer/editor of the fabulous Pen & Pencil Club softball blog. Likes: Palestra, inside-the-park home runs, sunny days. Dislikes: phony people, cloudy days, rewrites.
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