"with the first pick in the 1996 NBA draft, the Philadelphia 76ers select.... Allen Iverson from the University of Georgetown" - Still gives me chills to this day
Greatest NBA draft of all Time A.I, Ray Allen, Kobe, Steve Nash, Stephon Marbury, Jermaine O'Neal, Antoine Walker, Marcus Camby, Ben Wallace who was undrafted, Peja Stojakovic, Kerry Kittles, Derek Fisher, Jerome Williams, Zydrumas Ilgauskas
Allen Iverson is literally THE REASON I am a Sixer. I'm 6'0 ft now, and that was the height of my father when I was a kid. AI made me believe, in my heart, that I could be a professional basketball player dunking on 7'0 ft guys. I kid you not when I say that man taught me to FEARLESS no matter who was in front me. He is genuinely one of the biggest, simplest inspirations in my life. The day he backs out from the Sixers, I'm backing out with him.
A.I has never fully got his due, dispite being a HOF. It's like his own organization is hating on him. He should absolutely be a part of his former team.
But is AI calling sixers and they’re just not returning his calls or telling them they aren’t interested? I doubt it because I think Steven A would have said as much. Is AI just waiting for the sixers to reach out to him? And then just sulking on TV about it? Kind of looks that way. Dude grow up, you have to interview for jobs. You don’t get interviews if you don’t apply!
A.I. deserves better, you can't mention 76ers without mentioning Allen Iverson aka " The Answer". He changed the game, there was no one like him and the 76ers fans loved him.
I've been saying this for like nearly 7+ years now, he needs to be apart of our organization. This man played the game at an insanely high level for well over a decade!!
He's pure talent dude. This isn't a guy who went out there and learn the x's and o's. He's a guy who went out there and was just flat-out better than most people, and he skated by on that for 15 years. He's not Kobe Bryant who would spend eight hours a day in the gym. Mentoring younger players and learning every single play in every Playbook
The way AI reps this city and the 76ers at EVERY event he does?? Like every time I see him there’s always a moment where he just thanks everyone there for accepting him and loving him. He has so much gratitude and love for the city
Sorry I don’t agree here. Simmons would’ve ran away quicker. Simmons is sofa soft he only lasted this long in Philly due to uncle Brett being the coach and the organization coddling him. Now AI and Embiid on the other hand would definitely get along
I've always wondered the same thing....why? He's one of the greatest 76ers to put that jersey on and a living legend in the game. He knows basketball and the young guy's coming in would play their heart's out knowing he was watching their every move. Time to make some adjustments in that organization and finally bring A.I. aboard.
Bruh, AI was one of the biggest basketball influence that ive had growing up. He was the true definition of playing with heart. And seeing Philly do this to him is just fucked up to the deepest core and it breaks my heart. The man gave his absolute EVERYTHING for Philly. And can you imagine how he could’ve helped out with the ben simmons situation? So many possibilities man…. Philly really fucked up.
What is Philly doing to Allen Iverson? We got his jersey hanging in the rafters. We bring him out all the time. You mean we should give him a job? Why so he can not take it seriously and show up late lmfao... Allen Iverson is not a great basketball mind who learned the x's and o's. He wasn't famous for working hard. He was famous for just being so naturally gifted he could get away with not working hard
Magic Johnson spoke about this when he was coach of the Lakers and he quit. He talked about how the best players get too frustrated with average players. Let us not even mention Michael Jordan the worst scout of all time And plenty others on that list
I got more Reebok Questions than any other shoe I've ever had in my entire life (that goes Jordans too), and it's all because A.I. He should 100% be apart of that organization!!
Still one of the greatest basketball players I’ve ever seen. Absolutely impossible to guard 1 on 1 in his prime. Too quick, too athletic. too relentless, insane motor, too accurate around the basket, to easy for him to create a jump shot off the crossover or jab step…just to much to deal with on the court period!
This is the Stephen A. & ESPN type of production and information that makes the headlines. Great job reporting. Put some Respeckk on A.I. name talent and knowledge of professional team sports.
The fk are you talking about? Business look? He don’t have to be in the front office dude. He can be an ambassador like the raptors did for drake. And you don’t ever see drake wearing “business” attire at games do you?
I can’t imagine any red blooded NBA fan saying AI wouldn’t be able to help. He was the most tenacious, relentless, toughest guard/small forward to ever play the game. Period.
He is 100% correct, you can tell a real player by their face, posture and attitude, in general, under favorable and unfavorable conditions. Real ones know real ones.
An organization started rules because of AInn they didn’t like his “package” but when they’re cold asf trying to restart everything. They turn on the AI symbol to save the process 😂
This is a rare moment that I agree 100000000% with Steve A. Iverson is the best PG to play the game. Absolutely deserves to be involved in the 76ers organization. It's sad the 76ers never invested in players to surround him. GOAT
I'm an Aussie watching this wearing an A.I. jersey, loving the season the Sixers are having and excited about Harden coming and being that missing piece that will help take the Sixers all the way for the first time in 55 years and Iverson being the only reason I personally started getting into Basketball and the NBA. Citizens of Philly and players aswell need to do something about this BS, Iverson kept your franchise alive and helped bring fresh young players into the league give the man the respect he Fuckn well deserves.
They really need to make it right with Allen iverson many Philadelphia! I met him and he was such a good dude and he is such a hero to me I was starstruck and couldn’t speak other than say thank you! How many players have the ability to touch a city like that!
ITS A JOB just like any Job, you have to be equipped mentally and experience wise. Retired players who end up coaching, consulting and training laid the groundwork. They attended coaching camps to update their knowledge, built a network, applied for understudy positions, trained players, coached HS College ball... They didnt retire, did whatever, then years later just walked in and asked for a position solely on their individual accolades as players. cause you can be a great individual talent as a player but coaching demands more.
Thank you for sharing this. This is disgraceful. Period. The Sixers should be ashamed of themselves. He is Sixer and Basketball Royalty. His impact on the game, style and otherwise still ripples throughout the league. Disgraceful.
I have 12 76er jerseys, 76er hats, Jackets and other merchandise. There is only one and the same name on every one of those jerseys. Iverson was the reason I even followed the 76ers.
People laugh when I say AI would make a great coach. He's done it all. Rookie of the year, All Star, MVP, All First Team Offense AND defense, Olympian and twice lead the league in assists. (We gotta mention that more often!) Had the Sixers given him someone to actually play with, he'd probably have a Championship too. He'd be a great coach because he can relate to any player. We all know the high pedestal they all hold him on. And he'd make sure these young dudes worked harder, and learned from his every mistake.
To me when I think of the Sixers I think of AI. He is the reason the team had their last finals appearance against the Lakers as SAS said and to disrespect a legend like that is unacceptable
This has nothing to do with KG but that’s how I feel about KG when it comes to the Timberwolves I hate when great athletes dedicate their lives and do their part when it comes to giving their all to these organizations. Ai definitely deserves to have a role with the 76ers it’s said he put that city on his back man Ai and KG will always be two of my favorite players
KGs issue resides with glen Taylor. Alex Rodriguez just bout a ownership stake so hopefully he can up it to a majority and then KG would be integrated back in the T-wolves franchise. But Taylor needs to go before KG even considers coming back
That's so DISRESPECTFUL of the organisation! Shame on you 76'ers Org! I don't always agree with Stephen A, but I'm with him on this one, I'm with him 100%! The man knows a thing or two about winning, even if he didn't win that final trophy. Mind you AI over-achieved with his team lineup (no disrespect to his former teammate's cos they had a heart of lions), but they didn't have a stacked Lakers. Give him a chance 76'ers!
I don't care what people say about Stephen A, he always upholds for us Philly fans, whether it's blunt honesty or appreciation, he gives it to us straight and upholds this city. And don't even get me started on how he represents A.I. can't believe he has no role in the organization...it's a shame
He makes a very great statement and it has me in tears that he's even treated in this compacity he doesn't deserve to be treated such away and it's not rt
Dame I have tears watching this I live in Philly been a fan since Barkley Iverson one of my favorite players in life totally agree with your statement been retired 11 years miss watching the guy play
Man I got the opportunity growing up to watch A.I play. The man was the lightest and fastest player in the league but yet had the biggest heart. He didn't care who was in the post, he would just take it to the hole everytime and draw fouls. The man is forever tied to 76ers so they should give him some type of role. A.I prime is better than most these 2 guards today.
If people want to know why Ben Simmons wants to get tf out of the Philadelphia 76ers organization, this is one of the reasons. To Allen Iverson: The Atlanta Hawks organization would gladly offer you an executive position in their organization.
Well after seeing this I got to give this man a little bit more respect!! This is the first time I actually agree with him and he saying something positive 💪🏾
If Iverson was in a job interview he'd be hired on the spot. I've interviewed a lotta potential job applicants and that is the perfect response for a job. Imagine what he could do for Tyrese Maxey.
Stephen is right on point! Overs on kept the whole organization on float for 15 years by himself! It’s certain icons that you have to make a part of org… player evaluation, consultation, asst coach or something…
ITS A JOB just like any Job, you have to be equipped mentally and experience wise. Retired players who end up coaching, consulting and training laid the groundwork. They attended coaching camps to update their knowledge, built a network, applied for understudy positions, trained players, coached HS College ball... They didnt retire, did whatever, then years later just walked in and asked for a position solely on their individual accolades as players. cause you can be a great individual talent as a player but coaching demands more.
@@rickyspanish5243 bro, when you play 10+ years in the nba, an have the success A.I did, he knows the game and how to evaluate talent. He understands he players better than any coach. He has done it! It’s different yes, but he is equipped with the right tools.
@@Jalan.January Again... Speculation. The business of sports management run on facts and data. coaching and playing are two different fields. Being a star in the league in theory should make the transition ripe with opportunities. Its when you, a retired star of that team you wanna coach for, dont get an answer on your offer is what gets the people asking "Why?" Could be because of Obsolescence in todays league, Personality, commitment, structured discipline, all the other things required of a competent well-toudedteacher aside from the technical skillset and personnel management.
I’m sure that the 76ers could use A.I. as an assistant or a voice in scouting for prospects. A.I like he said “knows basketball” he can have a better eye when looking at the difference & potential in players.
It would be beautiful if A.I was head coach for us and finally won that ring he never got. A.I is philly. The passion and heart he would bring. Those guys would die for him on that court.
Someone should Hire him as a scout and see where it goes. I believe him when he says he has a good intuition when it comes to players. On top of that, it could help attract free agents. A lot younger player's look up to the guy and watched him play when they was kids. Makes sense to me...
Honestly he may not get an opportunity simple because of his image as the 'hood dude' while he was in the league. I'd hate to see him have to change himself just for a NBA job, but who knows maybe he wants to change his image at this age.
SAS speaking to the Sixers will have a huge impact. He's the most powerful man in sports. NBA execs will take his call immediately and bow to anything he has to say.
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Every once and while Stephan A makes sense and one of his rants is worth it
Lol right. My sentiments exactly
I knew that this would be good, hadn't clicked on a First Take video since Max left😅
🤣🤣🤣
It's about time!!
Real talk
He’s 1000% right when you think of the 76ers you think of Allen Iverson. He was a beast.
Or Dr.J
"with the first pick in the 1996 NBA draft, the Philadelphia 76ers select.... Allen Iverson from the University of Georgetown" - Still gives me chills to this day
@The Esquire of Sports® University
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Georgetown
Greatest NBA draft of all Time A.I, Ray Allen, Kobe, Steve Nash, Stephon Marbury, Jermaine O'Neal, Antoine Walker, Marcus Camby, Ben Wallace who was undrafted, Peja Stojakovic, Kerry Kittles, Derek Fisher, Jerome Williams, Zydrumas Ilgauskas
A.I. was my favorite college baller of all time!!!!!!
If we only had the #1 the next year instead of #2, we'd have had AI and Tim Duncan for a couple-a-few decades...
@@Ser_Arthur_Dayne nasty combo
Allen Iverson is literally THE REASON I am a Sixer. I'm 6'0 ft now, and that was the height of my father when I was a kid. AI made me believe, in my heart, that I could be a professional basketball player dunking on 7'0 ft guys. I kid you not when I say that man taught me to FEARLESS no matter who was in front me. He is genuinely one of the biggest, simplest inspirations in my life. The day he backs out from the Sixers, I'm backing out with him.
You no damned sixer
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@Shahrukh Kamran nobody named ricardo mendez over 6 ft that man probably as tall as Isaiah Thomas lol even trae young taller than ricardo
@Shahrukh Kamran he changed it to rodrigo. It was ricardo when i made the post
@@AMaidenlessRunt Tomato tomato 🤣
A.I has never fully got his due, dispite being a HOF. It's like his own organization is hating on him. He should absolutely be a part of his former team.
Big 3 couldn't even rely on him but the 76ers organization should?
@@mrt094dnt do dat
I’ve always wonder why sixers didn’t have him on staff everytime i’ve seen him at games an still repping sixers on social media.
But is AI calling sixers and they’re just not returning his calls or telling them they aren’t interested? I doubt it because I think Steven A would have said as much. Is AI just waiting for the sixers to reach out to him? And then just sulking on TV about it? Kind of looks that way. Dude grow up, you have to interview for jobs. You don’t get interviews if you don’t apply!
@@tucco2097 you think Magic interviewed for any job he had with the Lakers? Highly doubt that
HE IS THE EXAMPLE OF LOYALTY!! A.I. CUT/BUILT DIFFERENT IN A WORLD FULL OF OPPORTUNISTS AND GET OVERS!!! MY FAV PLAYER....not even close🏀
@@Jaimo203 Magic was best friends with Jennie. So…that’s not going to apply to everyone. And that was a train wreck anyhow.
@@tucco2097 not necessarily
One of the best rants SAS did. I totally agree with him on AI
Thank you Stehen A! I haven't agreed with a thing you've done or said in years but this won me over. I couldn't have said it better myself.
What has Stephen a done that you don’t like?
I have so much respect for AI. That dude gave 110% every game. Players could learn from him.
Allen Iverson is a perfect example of someone that’s true to their heart for basketball. Gritty accountable and a warrior. That’s AI
Preach on Steven A. Allen Iverson should be a part of this somehow, someway and that's the gospel. A.I. is the 76ers..4 life!
Why should he be you think?
A.I. deserves better, you can't mention 76ers without mentioning Allen Iverson aka " The Answer". He changed the game, there was no one like him and the 76ers fans loved him.
Lol S.A.S best moment since Max left😂😂😂😂
“Left” you mean kicked out
NO CAP always yelling .
@@johnnytimestamp8224 max was never supposed to be skip's permanent replacement anyway
@@999WRLDGAMING. what does that matter? SAS had him kicked off the show. If ESPN could have said you know what let’s fire him.
definitely lool
If A.I was there, Simmons wouldn’t be doing what he is doing
Now this I agree wit 💯
on god😂😂😂😂
Amen
It's practice, just practice! Simmons is just missing practice...
Definitely that respect would have gon a long way💯 But it starts with who does the hiring were like on our 5th gm since 2016 😭😭
I've been saying this for like nearly 7+ years now, he needs to be apart of our organization. This man played the game at an insanely high level for well over a decade!!
He's pure talent dude. This isn't a guy who went out there and learn the x's and o's. He's a guy who went out there and was just flat-out better than most people, and he skated by on that for 15 years.
He's not Kobe Bryant who would spend eight hours a day in the gym. Mentoring younger players and learning every single play in every Playbook
This is definitely one of Stephen A.'s best takes. He is 100% right.
The way AI reps this city and the 76ers at EVERY event he does?? Like every time I see him there’s always a moment where he just thanks everyone there for accepting him and loving him.
He has so much gratitude and love for the city
And he Not even from there! that just where his heart is! 100 %
@@Greatest203 yep.
Imagine iverson on the sidelines with a button up, gold chains, and a fitted on. 😭
Yeah and he thinks he belongs on the organization yeah right he seemed drunk when he even said that
😂
@@mrno_name9518 Why tf would he dress casual? You’re still judging AI based on who he was 20 years ago.
@@mrno_name9518 You a clown fr 🤦🏽♂️
@@mrno_name9518 Don't quit your job at burger King my guy 🤷🏾♂️
Iverson would’ve helped with this Ben Simmons situation if he was there
Big facts
Yup!
Sorry I don’t agree here. Simmons would’ve ran away quicker. Simmons is sofa soft he only lasted this long in Philly due to uncle Brett being the coach and the organization coddling him. Now AI and Embiid on the other hand would definitely get along
I get the reasoning, but I highly doubt it would change anything. Ben is truly in his own bubble.
ABSOLUTELY!!!!
2 words ..STRAIGHT FACTS ..good job smith 💪🏼💪🏼🔥
Stephen A was actually good this segment. Then again he always speaks passionately about Philly.
Which is funny considering the fact that he´s a Knicks fan
"DID YOU SEE MY KNICKS????"
@@_erik_2138 😂😆
Well he’s been a writer in Philly for more than a decade
@@_erik_2138 Perhaps the 76ers are his second favorite. 🤷🏾
True. but it was refreshing for a change.
"YOU SUCKED AS AN ORGANIZATION!" 😂😂😂😂😂
We gonna let that comment slide
Facts, and they still suck as an organization.
He meant every word too!😂🤣
I've always wondered the same thing....why? He's one of the greatest 76ers to put that jersey on and a living legend in the game. He knows basketball and the young guy's coming in would play their heart's out knowing he was watching their every move. Time to make some adjustments in that organization and finally bring A.I. aboard.
Respect to Stephen A on this one! A.I is such a great guy and one of the best athletes of all time.. he deserves more from 6ers
Bruh, AI was one of the biggest basketball influence that ive had growing up. He was the true definition of playing with heart. And seeing Philly do this to him is just fucked up to the deepest core and it breaks my heart. The man gave his absolute EVERYTHING for Philly. And can you imagine how he could’ve helped out with the ben simmons situation? So many possibilities man…. Philly really fucked up.
OMG..NEVER THOUGHT ABOUT THAT... WOOOOOOW
That’s probably why Ben did what he did
@@willgee7777 I ç
What is Philly doing to Allen Iverson? We got his jersey hanging in the rafters. We bring him out all the time. You mean we should give him a job? Why so he can not take it seriously and show up late lmfao...
Allen Iverson is not a great basketball mind who learned the x's and o's. He wasn't famous for working hard. He was famous for just being so naturally gifted he could get away with not working hard
Imagine if A.I would’ve been the talent scout for the last 10 years for the sixers. The sixers been using Iverson and his likeness since he left.
Funny how everyone saying that but the truth of the matter is the best players make the worst scouts and coaches. There are so many examples
@@charlesxplosiveii6206 this is true the vast majority of the time, idk I just have a feeling A.I. Would have a feel for scouting.
@@Jairusd88 i’ll give him one thing he sounds like he will be dedicated so they should give him A try
@@charlesxplosiveii6206 that’s not true at all lmfao. Kick rocks you casual
Magic Johnson spoke about this when he was coach of the Lakers and he quit. He talked about how the best players get too frustrated with average players. Let us not even mention Michael Jordan the worst scout of all time And plenty others on that list
I got more Reebok Questions than any other shoe I've ever had in my entire life (that goes Jordans too), and it's all because A.I. He should 100% be apart of that organization!!
THE LAST TIME ALLEN IVERSON WAS IN THE PLAYOFFS HE SCORED “ FFOOAAGHRRRTTY” !
-SAS
Still one of the greatest basketball players I’ve ever seen. Absolutely impossible to guard 1 on 1 in his prime. Too quick, too athletic. too relentless, insane motor, too accurate around the basket, to easy for him to create a jump shot off the crossover or jab step…just to much to deal with on the court period!
thats some facts
Oh I love the way you broke him down much love for AI u nailed it no words needed to be added!!!
only dude that was close, and could of surpassed him... was Derrick Rose, but unfortunately we never got to see Prime Derrick Rose
@@Jamezy316 facts!
This is the Stephen A. & ESPN type of production and information that makes the headlines. Great job reporting. Put some Respeckk on A.I. name talent and knowledge of professional team sports.
He's too unapologetically him for an organization. He's never had the business look but I do believe Allen Iverson could help scout talent.
But he did say that basically he don’t need to be that but he said he knows the look and I agree
The fk are you talking about? Business look? He don’t have to be in the front office dude. He can be an ambassador like the raptors did for drake. And you don’t ever see drake wearing “business” attire at games do you?
@@Haddonfield63 Facts
You want "business look" or AI who generates real business profits?
What is “the business look”?
Allen Iverson is my favorite player of all time, he is the reason I became a Sixers fan, the reason I started liking basketball .
Same here bro.. don’t think he was 6’0 but he played like he was 6’6..plus I’m from philly
@@judedestin477 👊
I can’t imagine any red blooded NBA fan saying AI wouldn’t be able to help. He was the most tenacious, relentless, toughest guard/small forward to ever play the game. Period.
He is 100% correct, you can tell a real player by their face, posture and attitude, in general, under favorable and unfavorable conditions. Real ones know real ones.
If AI were to run for the mayor of Philly, he’d probably win. He’s treated like a god here.
No cap lol.
@Jared Hutchins No it wouldn’t
This was the real SAS I remember
This literally has me standing up like church right now. Preach Steph 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯
That's beautiful Stephen A..thank you..I love A.I. too..thank you for standing up for him..God bless 🙏
AI was Definitely A BOSS , Gave his Opponents Serious PROBLEMS On the Court.
An organization started rules because of AInn they didn’t like his “package” but when they’re cold asf trying to restart everything. They turn on the AI symbol to save the process 😂
yup! you can do your "own thing" but be ready to pay the price.
This is a rare moment that I agree 100000000% with Steve A. Iverson is the best PG to play the game. Absolutely deserves to be involved in the 76ers organization. It's sad the 76ers never invested in players to surround him. GOAT
I'm an Aussie watching this wearing an A.I. jersey, loving the season the Sixers are having and excited about Harden coming and being that missing piece that will help take the Sixers all the way for the first time in 55 years and Iverson being the only reason I personally started getting into Basketball and the NBA.
Citizens of Philly and players aswell need to do something about this BS, Iverson kept your franchise alive and helped bring fresh young players into the league give the man the respect he Fuckn well deserves.
Why do we need to give this dude a job when he's never proven he's a great basketball mind? You can't teach talent and that's all Iverson has
They really need to make it right with Allen iverson many Philadelphia! I met him and he was such a good dude and he is such a hero to me I was starstruck and couldn’t speak other than say thank you! How many players have the ability to touch a city like that!
ITS A JOB just like any Job, you have to be equipped mentally and experience wise. Retired players who end up coaching, consulting and training laid the groundwork. They attended coaching camps to update their knowledge, built a network, applied for understudy positions, trained players, coached HS College ball... They didnt retire, did whatever, then years later just walked in and asked for a position solely on their individual accolades as players. cause you can be a great individual talent as a player but coaching demands more.
I bet Philly doesn't want AI because he probably had the clairvoyance to say "trade simmons and try and keep butler"
Yo that's an excellent point!
Mann u hit it on the head... But I want him in anything dealing with the NBA.. he rebirth the game
he definitely would’ve said keep butler trade simmons 💯💯
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I mean… I see no lies!
The Answer was a real soldier! He definitely influenced generations, even here in France!
"Stephen A" is the greatest to ever do it. On point. 💯
Imagine Iverson being part of the sixers organization and telling players " Practice???"
You talking about practice???? Not the game not the game..practice???…
@@desordenpublico ben simmons watches that interview every day before going off for shooting practice.
Hahahah not the game
The most taken out of context words of ALL time.
We are emotional fans looking from the outside in. We don't what the Sixers know. But at least give him a shot.
76’ers better start treating Allen Iverson like the iconic brand ambassador that he is
Thank you for sharing this. This is disgraceful. Period. The Sixers should be ashamed of themselves.
He is Sixer and Basketball Royalty.
His impact on the game, style and otherwise still ripples throughout the league. Disgraceful.
First Take turning into Stephen A’s world 🌍
He was tired of getting cooked by Max every day
I have 12 76er jerseys, 76er hats, Jackets and other merchandise. There is only one and the same name on every one of those jerseys. Iverson was the reason I even followed the 76ers.
People laugh when I say AI would make a great coach. He's done it all. Rookie of the year, All Star, MVP, All First Team Offense AND defense, Olympian and twice lead the league in assists. (We gotta mention that more often!) Had the Sixers given him someone to actually play with, he'd probably have a Championship too. He'd be a great coach because he can relate to any player. We all know the high pedestal they all hold him on. And he'd make sure these young dudes worked harder, and learned from his every mistake.
To me when I think of the Sixers I think of AI. He is the reason the team had their last finals appearance against the Lakers as SAS said and to disrespect a legend like that is unacceptable
This has nothing to do with KG but that’s how I feel about KG when it comes to the Timberwolves I hate when great athletes dedicate their lives and do their part when it comes to giving their all to these organizations. Ai definitely deserves to have a role with the 76ers it’s said he put that city on his back man Ai and KG will always be two of my favorite players
KGs issue resides with glen Taylor. Alex Rodriguez just bout a ownership stake so hopefully he can up it to a majority and then KG would be integrated back in the T-wolves franchise. But Taylor needs to go before KG even considers coming back
I loved seeing KG come back to the Twolves at the end. At that time the team was too young to push for playoffs
That's so DISRESPECTFUL of the organisation! Shame on you 76'ers Org! I don't always agree with Stephen A, but I'm with him on this one, I'm with him 100%! The man knows a thing or two about winning, even if he didn't win that final trophy. Mind you AI over-achieved with his team lineup (no disrespect to his former teammate's cos they had a heart of lions), but they didn't have a stacked Lakers. Give him a chance 76'ers!
I don't care what people say about Stephen A, he always upholds for us Philly fans, whether it's blunt honesty or appreciation, he gives it to us straight and upholds this city. And don't even get me started on how he represents A.I. can't believe he has no role in the organization...it's a shame
Always loved watching him play he always brought it every night
He makes a very great statement and it has me in tears that he's even treated in this compacity he doesn't deserve to be treated such away and it's not rt
Dame I have tears watching this I live in Philly been a fan since Barkley Iverson one of my favorite players in life totally agree with your statement been retired 11 years miss watching the guy play
Man I got the opportunity growing up to watch A.I play. The man was the lightest and fastest player in the league but yet had the biggest heart. He didn't care who was in the post, he would just take it to the hole everytime and draw fouls. The man is forever tied to 76ers so they should give him some type of role. A.I prime is better than most these 2 guards today.
I couldn’t find not 1 thing to disagree with Stephen a smith about! Absolutely correct 💯
To me Allen Iverson is and will always be the Barry Sanders of The NBA when he played .He never gave up He never ever quit
If people want to know why Ben Simmons wants to get tf out of the Philadelphia 76ers organization, this is one of the reasons.
To Allen Iverson: The Atlanta Hawks organization would gladly offer you an executive position in their organization.
And it's not about the money he got a life time deal, he truly love that city.
Realest thing Stephan a has said in a long time
I need an advocate like the great Stephen A. Smith🙌🏿
Well after seeing this I got to give this man a little bit more respect!! This is the first time I actually agree with him and he saying something positive 💪🏾
Iverson would be an amazing scout talent for the 76ers because of his knowledge of the game
Facts I was in Trinidad and everyone was talking about iverson an Caribbean aren't know for basketball. Iverson is a box office cultural icon
Hopefully this interview helps him land a spot we need all the help we can get
He can definitely help out in some way
I'm stunned no team has came after him once he retired. Even sports shows.
AI literally would have and still might fix the Ben Simmons situation.
Despicable 76ers.
If Iverson was in a job interview he'd be hired on the spot. I've interviewed a lotta potential job applicants and that is the perfect response for a job.
Imagine what he could do for Tyrese Maxey.
Stephen is right on point! Overs on kept the whole organization on float for 15 years by himself! It’s certain icons that you have to make a part of org… player evaluation, consultation, asst coach or something…
ITS A JOB just like any Job, you have to be equipped mentally and experience wise. Retired players who end up coaching, consulting and training laid the groundwork. They attended coaching camps to update their knowledge, built a network, applied for understudy positions, trained players, coached HS College ball... They didnt retire, did whatever, then years later just walked in and asked for a position solely on their individual accolades as players. cause you can be a great individual talent as a player but coaching demands more.
@@rickyspanish5243 bro, when you play 10+ years in the nba, an have the success A.I did, he knows the game and how to evaluate talent. He understands he players better than any coach. He has done it! It’s different yes, but he is equipped with the right tools.
@@Jalan.January Again... Speculation. The business of sports management run on facts and data. coaching and playing are two different fields. Being a star in the league in theory should make the transition ripe with opportunities. Its when you, a retired star of that team you wanna coach for, dont get an answer on your offer is what gets the people asking "Why?" Could be because of Obsolescence in todays league, Personality, commitment, structured discipline, all the other things required of a competent well-toudedteacher aside from the technical skillset and personnel management.
I’m sure that the 76ers could use A.I. as an assistant or a voice in scouting for prospects. A.I like he said “knows basketball” he can have a better eye when looking at the difference & potential in players.
The sixers should find something for iverson. It would boost morale for the franchise. Smith is 100 percent right on this.
Steven A speaks facts love for iverson 💪💪💪
Oh My, Oh MY- I always thought Iverson didn't want an administrative job. He certainly could help the management and chemistry of the team.
It would be beautiful if A.I was head coach for us and finally won that ring he never got. A.I is philly. The passion and heart he would bring. Those guys would die for him on that court.
SAS PREACH !!!
Thank you for speaking the Truth on this love you for this and he always there cheering them on the sideline of the game when possible
Someone should Hire him as a scout and see where it goes. I believe him when he says he has a good intuition when it comes to players. On top of that, it could help attract free agents. A lot younger player's look up to the guy and watched him play when they was kids. Makes sense to me...
Stephen A on point right here 🔥🔥🔥
The 76ers organization have no "killer instinct" that includes the players and coach. AI could instantly install killer instinct in the culture.
None but facts. That man changed the game for the NBA and the sixers
ALL FACTS are spoken in the vid ENOUGH SAID
Funny tho... I assumed that A.I. would be in some kind of constant contact/ have a working relationship with the Sixers...
Bring Max back
Max is in a much better place now ! So no comeback
he has his own show. "This Just In"
Why would Max come back when he's in a better place now and doesn;t have to war with SAS on a daily basis? lol
SA forgot to mention A.I. was a league MVP and has career avg of 30.1pts in the playoffs which is top 5 all-time...
if Iverson had another All Star teammate no question, he'll win a championship.
"I don't talk to stephen a smith" -A.I.
A.I is a living basketball God, he'd have a positive impact on the players.
I got nothing but respect for Iverson. His off court could get him in trouble but when he stepped on court he balled out.
Best take I have ever heard in a whole.... SAS is spot on with this one...
Totally agree
Honestly he may not get an opportunity simple because of his image as the 'hood dude' while he was in the league. I'd hate to see him have to change himself just for a NBA job, but who knows maybe he wants to change his image at this age.
SAS speaking to the Sixers will have a huge impact. He's the most powerful man in sports. NBA execs will take his call immediately and bow to anything he has to say.
Get the Answer in the organization. Adviser, GM, something. So disrespectful
Never heard a truer statement in all my life on any subject
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Iverson make 76 who they r today.... the answer legendary....lots of Respect to that man..