Allen Iverson History
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Allen Iverson: A Legendary Career
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Allen Iverson, born on June 7, 1975, is a Georgetown graduate who made his mark as a guard for the Philadelphia 76ers. Standing at 6 feet and weighing 165 pounds, Iverson first gained recognition at Bethel High School in Hampton, Virginia, where his jersey was retired following the 1993 State Championship.
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Allen Iverson, a standout from Georgetown University, has become a celebrated guard for the Philadelphia 76ers. His journey began at Bethel High School in Hampton, Virginia, where he excelled, eventually having his jersey retired during the 1993 State Championship halftime ceremony. Moving on to college, Iverson was named the Big East Rookie of the Year in his freshman year and continued to impress during his sophomore year, earning a spot on the First Team All-America by the Associated Press and being named Big East Defensive Player of the Year for two consecutive seasons.
Iverson's NBA career kicked off during the 1996-1997 season. He quickly caught the public's attention by becoming the second youngest player in history to score 50 points in a single game. His scoring prowess continued to shine in the 1997-1998 season, contributing significantly to the 76ers' success. By the 1998-1999 season, he was named to the All-NBA First Team and regularly led the team in scoring.
In the 1999-2000 season, Iverson earned a spot on the All-NBA Second Team and matched his career-high 50-point game against Sacramento on February 6, 2000. The 2000-2001 season was particularly remarkable, as Iverson started 71 games, despite missing 11 due to injury, and won the NBA's Most Valuable Player award. Leading the 76ers to the NBA Playoffs, he averaged 32.9 points per game and set multiple records during the series.
By the 2005-2006 NBA season, Iverson celebrated his 10th anniversary with the league. Notably, he was the second player in NBA history to play for the same team for this duration, with only Kevin Garnett of Minnesota surpassing him. Iverson played 72 games that season, averaging 33 points per game and reaching his 19,000th career point against Washington.
Beyond basketball, Iverson is dedicated to philanthropy. He founded the Cross Over Foundation and hosts the Allen Iverson Celebrity Classic annually. Through the 76ers Community Assists Program, he established A.I.'s Crossover Crew, offering tickets to local youth for home games.
Fans hoping to get an autographed photo or send Allen Iverson their best wishes can do so through his NBA team. Remember to include a self-addressed stamped envelope with any autograph requests. Send your letters to:
Allen Iverson
Philadelphia 76ers
First Union Center
3601 S. Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA 19148
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