Allen Iverson On His Relationship With Michael Jordan, What It Felt Like To Cross Him Up | 04/28/22

[@kwaananse6424]

Hearing Iverson talk so fondly about Michael gives me goosebumps - mark of greatness and maturity.

[@robbbietheim2096]

Real respecting Real 💯

[@chesstictacs3107]

His expression of love for MJ feels so genuine and sincere. Respect. Allen Iverson is one of the most talented NBA basketball 🏀 players ever. Mad respect

[@saifabdullah9249]

AI is always smiling when MJ name came up... And as he said in his hall of Fame acceptance speech (he is my idol he is my hero) such a great respect from a basketball icon

[@charleshatch7008]

B

[@jazzy1984]

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[@jazzy1984]

😢😢😢😅😢🎉😢😢😢😮🎉

[@daikwalyser5388]

a humble guy, very down to earth and one of my favorite players

[@chhansen9813]

Cuz he broke

[@ItsAllLuv]

Only those who serve Christ Jesus are humble..Everybody else is pretending

[@bpowe52]

@@chhansen9813 he is not broke check the Reebok contract and the $50 million that was put aside that he can t touch until 50 or so. Stop,listening to the street committee.

[@chhansen9813]

@@bpowe52 no flippin' hit, CLOWN! He broke without that, and broke til he gets that! That's what happens when you have 50 ppl freeloading off ya all the time!

[@kaosduval8503]

@@chhansen9813 no, he's not broke. He receive $800,000 a year and when he turns 55 he would get at least 40 million dollars. He's not broke.

[@mikerems8861]

Despite AI's greatness, he is still humble.

[@Guitarsoul24734]

Always. One of the most humble, authentic, and honest big name athletes any sport has ever seen.

[@___DJ__]

He is incredibly down to earth.

[@D.N.Collins]

Yes. This is the best comment here. 👍🏿

[@hansolodolo92]

True greats know they arent gods

[@ThomasJelfJr]

The best usually are

[@Manny123-y3j]

Love the amount of respect AI has, not just for MJ, but the sport and others too. He was one of the greats but is so down to Earth and humble. Really great to see.

[@jaumezdavis6481]

AI -"I was telling Michael how much I loved him, how much he meant to my life and how much he meant to my career." MJ to AI-"You don't love me that much. You wouldn't have crossed me like that" LOL!

[@rinnegan04]

Lmao

[@profyle766]

MJ all over!!! 😂😂 Man i wish we could go baaack!!!

[@robertandruw7647]

The man never forget, i think he took that personal 😂

[@theodoredodge]

He sounds grounded and like he's in a good place in his life!

[@chrishandsome4267]

Facts bro I’m tryna get to that place

[@DLL8252]

Adidas finally paying him 💯

[@coachmikesfilmroom3111]

He sounds happy. I'm happy for him

[@GoGetYourShinebox]

Yeah because a few years back he was talking a little strange, it's hard to explain, like stuttering quite a bit . But here he sounds clear and alert again. Probably eased up off the drink

[@TeddyMitchell-e8i]

@@DLL8252 You mean Reebok?

[@genobourn7423]

Love it! The love AI and MJ have for each other! That is history Folks!

[@josefrootgum]

So happy to lived in an era when I actually saw these two greats battle on court.

[@michaelsimmons-sc5ds]

I swear 👍🏿👍🏿

[@khalidelmaziani6664]

If you know you know 😉

[@yortollebac9232]

Agreed! Me too, how lucky I am to witness MJ ear! And present era. Me my self! I already conclude who is the Goat! 🇯🇴

[@kunningkane7895]

This amazing human being is pure humbleness.

[@asianyangster916]

My two favorite players of all time, MJ & AI. Forever Greats.

[@dr.lesbarrett921]

I'm ALMOST speechless! That was truly a great tribute to MJ, and it was sweetened by the fact that A I experienced that same adulation from his fans! Such humility is refreshing to see.

[@MercMadam]

The way he talks about Jordan is exactly how I feel about MJ. As a kid with a hard life from Chicago he is the only person I idolize. Thank you MJ for sharing your greatness with the world. ❤

[@yousri.g.1348]

2 great players ! Michael air Jordan is THE G.O.A.T. EVER !!! Fan From France 🇫🇷

[@grillguy3845]

Dan thanks for sharing. Great interview. Allen is a class act, so humble. Be well. 🏀🏀

[@siththephanonxay5468]

AI is in good company. MJ called Bird a bi!%ch too. Guys like AI make the game fun to watch. He went all out on that court.

[@GoGetYourShinebox]

Bird used to talk smack to MJ when he was young too lol. There's a story (not sure if true); before a game between the NBA Stars and the '84 Olympic team (summer of 1984 before MJ even played in the NBA), both teams were doing their drills and whatever on their side of the court before the game. Apparently a ball from the Olympic team end rolled over to the All Star team end and MJ went to get it. The ball ended up rolling to Larry Bird's feet. MJ stuck out his hand for Bird to give him the ball back but instead of doing that Bird shot the ball over MJ's head lol. He knew MJ was going to be a problem in the league so tried to gain a little mental edge from the get go

[@hienzguedarian2477]

@@GoGetYourShinebox you phuked up that story but yeah sure, something like that

[@stuartperry1047]

MJ called Bird a b*** - after Bird had retired from playing. When he was a coach. Prime Bird's Celtics owned Jordan's Bulls- and it was Bird doing the trash talking.

[@AbossTheBoss]

@@stuartperry1047 makes sense since jordan was a rookie and wasn't in his prime yet when bird was kicking his ass. Michael started kicking ass in 1991 when bird was getting old and was having back problems since 1985 i think. bird was kicking micheal''s ass while having back problems lol.

[@stephaniejones6379]

If Mj called Bird a bit ***h and Iverson he respected a d liked their game and meant it for sure big ups to them both that's what's up coming from Jordan.

[@maxpuppy96]

I officiated basketball 15 years and let me tell you more kids wore the number 3 than any other player Allen Iverson was the most liked and admired player EVER believe me I witnessed it.

[@laryangel4082]

For sure

[@Naz1204G]

23 was and is still up there too. Let’s not forget because we’re watching AI right now.

[@b9479]

@@Naz1204G we talking about ai, who cares about 23

[@irissanders7487]

@@b9479 ......Al does!

[@b9479]

@@irissanders7487 it's ok for him to idolize a overated system player

[@marshallwebster3716]

Charles Barkley said the same thing that Jordan just has a different vibe he puts off something different than anyone

[@mbp7060]

I met Jordan once and he did look like he had an aura around him. I hate getting caught staring at a person but with Jordan you can't help it.

[@garfieldheathcliffe5535]

I feel you. I saw Mike at a bar in Santa Barbara during Fiesta week. Hundreds of people around him. I felt like the sick woman who wanted to only touch Jesus outfit and she knew she'd be cool. I only saw the man through the window from the sidewalk. I was on cloud 9 that evening.

[@mbp7060]

@@garfieldheathcliffe5535 My experience was a bit more intimate.There was this kid who aged faster than he should named Petey. My mom babysat him. Jordan came to see him as a "Make a Wish" thing. My mom couldn't care less who Jordan was but me and Petey did.

[@BIGNOSEPOPPA]

Y'all goofy as hell.

[@mbp7060]

@@BIGNOSEPOPPA And you make a statement with no basis, no substance, no depth...you're just saying stuff. Does KZbin have a kiddy table?

[@garfieldheathcliffe5535]

@@BIGNOSEPOPPA Your mama's goofy as hell. 😂

[@normajeaneason6983]

I miss Michael Jordan and Allen Iverson. 2 killers

[@NocturnalHustler1]

💯

[@Star-kp8oc]

bro you really gonna just act like kobe not a beast 2 ? 3 killers bro

[@normajeaneason6983]

@@Star-kp8oc You are absolutely right. Kobe like MJ and AI showed no fear and I like all 3. My bad I got caught up the moment of the picture and story behind those two.

[@UnpredictableTony]

The two most UNGUARDABLE people in basketball i watched on tv live when Iverson crossed Jordan I was like wtf just happen LOL was amazing to watch and to grow up watching basketball from 1982 on

[@AwesomeNinja1027]

All I can say is much respect to Allen Iverson. He never let that time he broke MJ's ankles get to his head. It was clear that he wants to see if Jordan has a weakness on defense. Other players might brag about something like that. But he didn't. He was like a second little brother for Jordan I guess.

[@AHMAD-2324]

A.I. ain't lieing as bad as he crossed Jordan he still almost blocked it. That's just how good MJ defensive reflects were.

[@dominiquejones3805]

Bulls won also! But that's how gr8 MJ was

[@shadapakap]

AI is so humble and always showing respect, not just to MJ or Kobe but even to the newer generation of players. Classy guy.

[@SignalCorps1]

That dude is pure class and so down to earth. I was posted overseas for most of his career and I’m sorry I didn’t get to experience his play during that time.

[@desiolle2874]

Gotta love the bloke...to be that great and humble at the same time is what class is all about

[@flexjay87]

Iverson's talent, humility, and respect for Mike is very admirable !

[@merc9nine]

Iverson is my basketball spirit animal. My whole game was modeled after Iversons, just at a much slower speed.

[@frankingram3477]

Didn't like to practice much but AI gave 100% to the final whistle EVERY game. Pound for pound the best player ever.

[@cchkuan]

i don't think that's true. he practices a lot. it was just that one time where the reporters asked him why he wasn't in practice, AI blew up because he was grieving for a friend that passed away. that's why AI was asking "really? you're going to talk about practice?".. that whole situation got blown out of proportion

[@kostyaincredible9143]

I respect people like Iverson, John Stockton, Karl Malone, Patrick Ewing, they were not lucky enough to win a single cup. But they will still go down in basketball history as the greatest athletes in the world!

[@stephaniejones6379]

Add Barkley to that mix and Reggie Miller bc they are also great players that never one a title but Iverson did lead the 76 era to the final but never won also Wilt also never one a title I think.

[@kostyaincredible9143]

@@stephaniejones6379 I agree. But John Stockton and Carl Melon also led Utah to the final!

[@charleswhite5450]

See that's how greatness treat one another the respect between 2 legends 💯💯💯💯

[@theraceanalystphdprovingha4119]

Iverson has a strong back story, plus superb game credentials.

[@arthurhogan3047]

I'm thinking, Kobe felt the same admiration for M.J. Even early in his career. You could see it in his play on the court. Especially when shooting Free Throws. And Mike loved him so much. He broke out in tears at his funeral. Both of these guys are ( were ) his little brothers. Priceless!!!

[@itchyone]

Both guys keeping it real ....... trash talk is a part of the game ... and they gave it to each other. To acknowledge someone with trash talk was th way you showed your respect for their game ....................legends

[@Jay-ft3xh]

Man, ive seen nearly every interview this guy has done. Ive seen all the games. All the scrimmages. The pickup highlights. Seen AI cross people on the concrete with a football. Seen him killing it like a 5 star QB recruit in high school. Never, nowhere close, have I seen Allen with such a genuine and loving smile as that hug with MJ. Just awesome.

[@Jay-ft3xh]

Even seen him at the casinos in Detroit more than a few times. Amazing picture.

[@montgomeryjones4598]

Jesus Jesus Jesus! The Lord is Wonderful! Brother Allen Iverson, WE LOVE ALL OF THE JOY THAT GOD HAS USE YOU TO BRING TO THE GAME OF WE PRAY 🙏 THAT ALL IS WELL WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY SIR!

[@D.N.Collins]

Humble Man. Time heals all wounds and mistakes. 👍🏿😌

[@meg-k-waldren]

Love AI. At his size, to play like the giant he was, is uncanny. People like to compare Isiah Thomas and AI and I don't even think it's close. Thomas was great but AI was something else.

[@dominiquejones3805]

Zeke understood he needed 2 b a floor general. People underestimate how good Zeke was offensively

[@scottabergermd]

Great interview! Really gives me a new perspective on Allen Iverson!!

[@theflyingcrud]

AI is the reason I started playing. So grateful for that. Haven't played in years in any sort of serious way but playing ball taught me so many great life lessons and that always has meant a lot to me. Hope I get to shake this legends hand and thank him some day!

[@jchapo83]

Wish we had more of these caliber / type players with this kind of humility.

[@sunnyboy8644]

Mike , A.I. , Kobe are my favorite players of all time !

[@rorisangtsoeu253]

Me too bruh...like I Looove them niggas

[@actionjackson7020]

Same

[@dnice9015]

Such a humble person. I mean he is like that with everyone from Jordan to the young guys that revere him. Every time you see him interacting with these young cats he is the one that’s telling them how great they are and how impressed he is with them.

[@leninramos1980]

Humbleness is such a beautiful thing. Nothing wrong with saying "I admire you" "You made me better" "I am inspired by you"👍🙏

[@AndreasGeorgiades]

Practice or no practice, AI was by far the fiercest warrior who ever played in the NBA.

[@ktbeatty]

Best compliment I've ever heard an all time great pay to another (in any sport) was Kobe talking about AI. “We’re all fortunate that Allen Iverson isn't 6 foot 5, otherwise it would have been over for the league. Pack up and goodbye.” Not for nothing, he was right. EDIT: Upon further review, it's the 2nd best. Bird saying it was God dressed like Michael Jordan is hard to top.

[@Madskillsuniversity]

This is a great story. Mike will remember and HATE that crossover until he dies. He and Kobe are the most competitive people I have seen play the game. They are like my German Shepherds, they are ON 24\7. I cannot get them to stand down. Ever!!! I loved watching Iverson play, too. Mike and Kobe stand tall like that.

[@czzthaday]

This is one of my favorite relationships in sports. It reminds me of a time long gone. Our mentors were tough on us. Some may call it toxic, but I appreciated the hazing.

[@bajanconcepts]

Ai was no joke and to show that level of respect speaks volumes to Ai's greatness also. MJ will always be the GOAT, never question that, but much respect for AI on this.

[@kickerpunter8414]

Wow, what a class act. And what a testimony to & about his friend. Amazing.... So cool, AI. So cool, big dog! You're one of the greatest ever too, my friend. NO DOUBT!

[@AfroCentauri]

AI said what many of us have said for years. He crossed Jordan twice and Jordan almost blocked it. He’s done much worse to other defenders. Antonio Daniels and Jacque Vaughn off the top of my head.

[@garyadams7226]

Allen is one of the greatest players, that shared his brilliance. I love to watch clips of him. Sheer talent! The respect he holds to MJ is honorable. Hats off to you young man. Much love and respect ✊

[@makagrabe...]

The fact that Iverson did a great on mj and still acknowledge mj defense was so down to earth

[@matthuzler]

IM ONE ONE OF THOSE WHO LOOK AFTER YOU MAN.... I THOUGHT JORDAN WAS MY HERO,... GUESS WHAT?!!!! YOU ARE MY NO# 1 HERO AI THATS MY ANSWER! AS MUCH I LOVE MJ,... YOU SIMPLY MY HERO MAN! HOPE I CAN BUY ONE OF YOUR SHOES, ANY MERCH THAT REPRESENT MY GOAT ALLEN IVERSON... MUCH LOVE AI

[@darinsmith3791]

I love to see Iverson talk about Michael Jordan😳

[@ianmurphy6781]

This guy must be one one the nicest and humblest guys in the NBA

[@fitgamerdaddy7407]

Love A.I. all his battles with Kobe. Hearing him tall about MJ. Dam what a great human being

[@vanhattfield8292]

AI is so sincere in his adoration of Jordan. Good stuff...

[@QbanoPuraSepa]

Idgaf what no one says, AI was my generations’ Mike! Love you AI!

[@matthewj16]

I was at the crossover game. Used to love the NBA. Sad it’s trash now.

[@bryanfews5295]

Facts game has changed a lot.

[@kevins1718]

Do you see the common denominator?....Jordan respects, connects and loves all the players that have the heart of lion and determination...this why he hasn't reach out to some lol

[@marinaryoukhanis3535]

Love how acknowledges that even if he crossed Michael over he almost blocked the shot and that to me is a hall of famer

[@dorothyc6390]

Such a Talent, and so humble, polite, classy,. True NBA All-Star

[@mmante78]

Iverson is so simple and that’s what makes him legendary.

[@shermanpearson926]

Love this dude ...and he's from my home town.. Hampton VA

[@AG1LA]

If it was a younger MJ, he crossed him yeah but AI's shot would've been blocked. Defense was still up there. Just played the footage all over again and saw, MJ almost got him. The crossover didn't shook Mike. He recovered and went for the block. Lesser players would've have been in skates or can't gather themselves to adjust. MJ is the GOAT.

[@ghidorahthetruealpha6198]

True that, MJ VERY NEARLY BLOCKED AI's shot after the crossover. So glad to see AI in the NBA top 75. I'm glad to see the love that MJ and AI show to each other. BUT... MJ is the GOAT of the NBA .

[@joestuehmer7967]

Watch it from the front angle in real time. He def shook him

[@deelewis8061]

Here we go

[@northernstar6641]

@@deelewis8061 where we going?

[@deelewis8061]

@@northernstar6641 to Make Believe Land

[@tafaritvlive2473]

Man I might not of made it to the league but I pickup a basketball because of Allen Iverson my favourite player of all time made me believe in myself ❤❤

[@antoniomarine1567]

I LOVE Iverson - guy has a huge heart. And it showed in his game. One of the greats.

[@Scaley_Reptile]

This guy was a beast, good to see him again. Much respect Mr Iverson.. Although don't like the 'dress code' trend you started...one hell of a talent.

[@kipwonder2233]

Fun Fact: I'm a construction manager in NYC. I'm 52. I had a colleague, from Syosset Long Island, who attended Georgetown in the 90's...same time as A.I. The colleague had a lecture class in a lecture hall where A.I. attended the class that ended just before. Apparently, one day Iverson left a drawing...something he was doodling during class...on scrap paper. My colleague's brother kept the doodle. The shxt was INCREDIBLE!!! A.I. is a magnificent artist.

[@thealgorithm9910]

I cant believe 2001 was 21 years ago. I honestly remember Jordan and Iverson in the league.

[@jessekauffman3336]

Great interview

[@regularbob]

Allen is such a great guy. They don't make em' like that anymore💯

[@dfdfdgggjhjjh5081]

If Iverson did squats and deadlifts and took strength conditioning even mildly seriously he would have been like a taller spud Webb. As explosive as he was without the conditioning.

[@ichbinich1775]

Practice?! It ain't about practice. It's about the game - THE GAME! Not practice. Practice? ...

[@1stshepherd]

A - I one of the very best to ever play in the NBA. Pound for pound maybe the best!

[@davidgaither9472]

Great video thanks

[@alcozar5905]

One the greatest ever love AI!

[@jazzman688]

He didn't want to be like Mike he wanted to play against Mike, the respect he feels for MJ is something else. Great caption photo by the way.

[@runninglow9SS]

this is how you are supposed to respect the guys that came before you. these youngsters today are too sensitive.

[@Southsideunk]

Y’all just was 2 real ones having a conversation. That’s it .

[@oteliogarcia1562]

AI has been consistent with the aura thing in multiple interviews. Even those of us who never met MJ in person can see some of it on TV. He's different.

[@dominiquejones3805]

Reggie, Jalen countless others call him black Jesus but they gone compete

[@crashoverride23]

For those who clearly didn't see it Jordan's hand was still in Iverson's face go back and watch it no ankles were broke no one fell over it was decent but stop embellishing. Also I love how they completely leave out the fact that Jordan annihilated him the next time he saw him. I love Allen Iverson aka bubba Chuck but I have a biased opinion because I grew up with him I know his whole family his mom etc but even so I can admit that that crossover wasn't bad at all and all he did was piss off the Superman. Seems like sports outlets in general are trying to tear down Michael Jordan who happens to be one of the most successful African Americans in history.

[@ryancrawford8042]

I would say one of the most successful Americans, period.

[@rong.thej.d.5969]

much respect to one of the best to ever do it being so humble

[@horrormaestro3468]

So humble for a great basketballer. Love A.I

[@williambr88]

Allen and zumoff were the reason i loved watching the sixers during that era.

[@dantejones5289]

Allen Iverson is a very humble man!

[@bobbyzwicharowski1129]

For all of A.I. imperfections, I love him lol

[@80jar]

This guy is as humble as someone gets. Respectf A.I..

[@am5790]

One of my fave Georgtown Hoyas heroes back in the days. My one and only Fave college under Coach Thompson.

[@JosephThomas-gi8ow]

You are one of the best…

[@goldenstate2192]

As a LIFELONG WARRIORS FAN, AI is my favorite all-time PG👍.. I knew he'd be a NBA STAR the first time I saw him play at GEORGETOWN..His grind and gritty style is what we admire most, and I wish Steph would add a little AI to his game when he drives to the bucket. Steph don't finish hard at the rim like IVERSON 😬.

[@hienzguedarian2477]

Iverson was a shooting gaurd fool

[@tommyg3531]

Always good seen AI he's a legend definitely probably my favorite player of all time always a stand up dude

[@charlesfreeman7735]

Allen Iverson is by far one of the most talented and toughest players to ever lace em up. I wish the Sixers would give him a platform to rep the organization now that he is off the court the way he did on it. I say 2 things about just due and rules of the game so to speak. 1-With all of the ALLOWED sexual content in music these days, the 2 live Crew should have never been banned in the USA. 2-Allen Iverson should receive a huge royalty payment, every month for Hairstyle, tattoos and even the Wardrobe that is allowed in the NBA of today. Not to mention an added pension payment for all of the "Flagrant" fouls he took while going to the rim. He took it and kept getting up and going right back and whom ever was in his way. Allen Iverson was a beast and he went up against some of the best to ever play the game from a talented and physical stand point. I have been an A.I fan since his Georgetown Days and he was puttin in work there too. "we talking about practice man". "not the game that I go out there and die for", "Not the game, we talking about practice' He Should also be paid for all of the times that Press conf. has aired too....

[@jameswebb9738]

I’ve gained respect for AI because of this interview. Very down to earth

[@johnroberts1141]

Iverson got humble. A true sign of character.

[@nagomizik9358]

Got to love Iverson!!🙌🏾🙌🏾Lion's heart

[@jreddd1339]

Iverson the best crossover dribbler to play the game and only 6' tall and would dunk over anyone...not to mention his humility

[@aneesackbarali5149]

Truly one of the greats ! Bless up Allen🙏👊🧡

[@stefanhouston8616]

Still love his honesty ❤