“The Answer”
30.7
PPG
4
RPG
7.9
APG
42.4%
FG%
1996
Rookie Year
14
Seasons
1998-99
00-01
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Teams
Philadelphia 76ers
1996-2006
Denver Nuggets
2006-2008
Detroit Pistons
2008-2009
Memphis Grizzlies
2009
Philadelphia 76ers
2009-2010
NBA MVP
1xWon MVP in 2000-01 — the shortest MVP in NBA history at 6'0".
2000-01
4x Scoring Champion
4xLed the league in scoring 4 times (1999, 2001, 2002, 2005).
11x NBA All-Star
11xSelected to 11 All-Star Games. Named All-Star Game MVP twice.
Cultural Revolution
Cultural ImpactChanged NBA culture with his crossover, cornrows, and fearless attitude. Transcended basketball to become a cultural icon.
04-05
| Season | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | FG% | 3P% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004-05 | 75 | 30.7 | 4 | 7.9 | 42.4% | 30.8% |
| 2000-01 | 71 | 31.1 | 3.8 | 4.6 | 42.0% | 32.0% |
| 1998-99 | 48 | 26.8 | 4.9 | 4.6 | 41.2% | 29.1% |
Allen Iverson was pound-for-pound the most dynamic scorer in NBA history. At just 6'0" and 165 pounds, "The Answer" won four scoring titles and the 2001 MVP, carrying the 76ers to the NBA Finals nearly single-handedly. His crossover dribble became the most iconic move of his era. Iverson's cultural impact on basketball fashion, music, and youth culture was revolutionary and lasting.
Personal Life & Family
Status
Single (previously married to Tawanna Turner, 2001-2013)
Children (5)
Parents & Siblings
Off the Court
Did You Know?
Was a two-sport star in high school — he was the state Player of the Year in both football (quarterback) and basketball.
His crossover dribble on Michael Jordan as a rookie is one of the most replayed moves in NBA history.
Credited with changing NBA culture — his cornrows, tattoos, and baggy clothes led the NBA to institute a dress code.
Reebok set up a trust fund that pays him $800K/year until he's 55, when he receives a $32 million lump sum — protecting his finances.
The famous "practice" press conference rant became one of the most quoted moments in sports media history.
Career Honors
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NBA 75th Anniversary Team
Top 75Named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team.
Pound-for-Pound Greatest Scorer
At just 6'0" and 165 lbs, averaged 26.7 ppg for his career — proving size doesn't determine greatness.
