Allen Iverson's 2016 Hall of Fame Induction Speech

Check out Allen Iverson's full hall of fame speech.
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[@princewya]

If you say "He doesn't deserve it cuz he don't have rings." You have never watched him play. AT ALL

[@tommypearce2054]

No one says that, AI is easily one of the best despite not having rings

[@evilkawhikawhisexual3184]

if you say that, you don't know basketball

[@vaeslyn4731]

The rings argument has never won anyways

[@vukasindragas4159]

rings are just things points assists and everything else is you if you are good player you will be know for that no one talks about Enylegend who never won ring they talk about their real greatness

[@njb0076]

Nobody ever said that

[@WhatsTheDifferenceTV]

Allen Iverson doesn't even have a script, just has names so he doesn't forget to mention someone. Speaks from the heart like the passionate player he was, greatest player of all time pound for pound.

[@ringwormboy1575]

You clearly haven’t heard of Tony Snell

[@kunnoworldteenx6914]

@@ringwormboy1575trash

[@j.b114]

​@ringwormboy1575 you clearly haven't heard of Brian Scalabrine.

[@thagoatcryptoNews]

Bruh Kwame Brown

[@michaeljohnston980]

Yeah let’s just act like Jed Beuchler didn’t exist

[@jsjj]

Thanking Coach Thompson for saving my life may be the most heartfelt message I have ever heard.

[@edwardnewton2213]

My favorite part

[@TheActsofkindness]

Wow … I’m getting goosebumps hear that…

[@reallife0728]

GETS ME EVERYTIME!!!😢😢😢

[@tae1or]

yup

[@togelz]

even in his speech he is going left-right as if he'll be doing crossover, legend,....

[@mcfrisko834]

😂 Underrated comment

[@marvingill3539]

😂😂😂😂❤

[@dteptyuk]

😂😂😂

[@CrucialEllamint]

Lmaooo thanks for the laugh

[@aaagaming2023]

AI crossed over life and scored.

[@Wantsummo]

Youngins please know….This man is the reason your favs wear braids the arm sleeves and tats! He created a wave and was talented asf while doing so!

[@chrisgrant1564]

Kanye west and tupac of basketball and that's a fact

[@sjagkid]

The heat he caught for doing that back then was crazy.

[@ericgordon4064]

S*** man they tried to change the rules because of Allen they try to make it dress code

[@ericgordon4064]

He was the answer before they even had the question

[@raiderwarrior2725]

He’s the reason why all the NBA players nowadays can wear any clothes they want to a game.

[@vendedaundaworld5526]

anybody can win a ring but everybody will not be a hall of famer. you did it champ!

[@UGLYBOYwrld]

Imo its not about rings its about the impact

[@bobanderson9715]

False. If anyone could win a ring then why didn't Iverson ! He is the answer right ! Guess he got that answer wrong. LOL.

[@cyberslumz]

@@bobanderson9715 shut up fool

[@siciliapalermo1864]

@@bobanderson9715 no no it's not like that.AI was alone

[@Simon-nv5zj]

@@bobanderson9715 congrats. you get the fuckwit of the week award!

[@derrickcouts]

Allen Iverson definitely deserved it. you don't have to Get a Ring to be an amazing PLAYER!

[@johnnyblingg]

Tell that to all the Charles Barkley and Reggie Miller haters.

[@derrickcouts]

I know right Lol

[@ajax6470]

don't forget melo LOL

[@sharonmchugh7957]

He might not have a ring but to me he is a champion.

[@AndrewCampbellsports]

i wish AI won at least one ring

[@Snele]

HE MADE ALMOST EVERYONE CRY, THAT'S WHAT HAPPENED WHEN YOU SPEAK THROUGHT A HEART !

[@skyfall2442]

Shit I tried to hold it back couldn’t even do that

[@NickyOkongo-vr3ee]

True

[@ericantes9203]

He was never afraid of being vulnerable and people loved him for that. As a teenager watching every game i could on tv my mom would always sit down and watch with me. She fell in love with him and pointed out moments through out his career that his effort , heart, confidence , his ability to be humble were great qualities to emulate. And of course all of us have flaws even our heros.

[@TonySteen]

Heart over height speech bro . That's what happens when you play every game with your heart on your shoulder .

[@SupermanHopkins]

Watching this, I'm sitting in here like, "I ain't crying. I'm just chopping up these onions in this dusty room."

[@sa1ntl775]

SupermanHopkins what a beta

[@kellythierry8500]

@@sa1ntl775 n Pritchard

[@Bigedub101]

Allergies

[@tydeprince7197]

@@sa1ntl775only a bitch uses that alpha beta shit my guy

[@booboograyson1664]

​@@Bigedub101😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@gregoryweissman]

This is the one speech I rewatch every now and then

[@rhyaweeks]

SAME

[@AK-wl6xs]

2nd that.

[@justlovenohate4662]

hear hear

[@azasakhenathimadalane8502]

Same 😂😂

[@steviechampagne]

it’s some real shut

[@marvinbai]

Voice from fan in China: I still remember the moment when I watched my lifetime 1st NBA game with my dad in our living room. That was Philly vs LA final. I didn’t know NBA quite much at that time. But I do remember there was a guy in white jersey fighting his best against the other team. The other team was strong but that guy just never gave up. He was a real fighter. Later in my life there were down times when I just felt like I couldn’t make it. At moment like that I would think of that guy in that final game. AI’s spirit keeps inspiring me. Now I’m 32 yo and have a doctorate degree with a decent job. I love you AI!

[@abubakarrkallon8115]

Wow I can relate to dis

[@lappin6482]

💯👏

[@nanettematthews2264]

👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏

[@h3artands0uLL]

All heart ❤

[@konibako7010]

I came back to watch this again in 2023, like if you are with me. The greatest speech ever.

[@tsmk9952]

10:40 is the part about mj for anyone wondering

[@xlsq]

Thank you

[@nyeshabrooks8666]

I loved his speech to his wife...she deserved it because she went thru a lot with him

[@rhyaweeks]

SOO MUCH

[@ArnoSchmidt22]

His mother has such a beautiful smile. It's the kind of smile you only see on people that are full of life.

[@FriendlyNeighborhoodGentile]

People forget how dominant this dude was, he carried so many dreadful Philly teams to be competitive every year. The “analytics” crowd shames him but you had to be there and watch it for yourself to understand this dudes impact on the game

[@steviechampagne]

he was HIM. If you put him in Miami with the strong infrastructure of the organization he would be carrying teams to the Finals like Jimmy Butler. So much of a basketball star’s career is dependent on FO and owner decisions

[@kingboog63]

Allen Iverson "Heart over height" he deserves dis💯

[@pajeramos8903]

he is so grateful that he thanked eveyone including his music idol...

[@nyeshabrooks8666]

I love how emotional he is...thats growth

[@oN3xShOtxkilL]

The smallest giant, biggest heart, gave his all on the court, damn man watching his speech reminded me of how great basketball was in late 90's and early 00's, I still have my AI jersey at home with my college year Patrick Ewing jersey and Kevin Garnett throwback rookie year jersey... Cried every second of his speech

[@Kryptic1046]

I'm not much of a basketball fan, but this is one of the realest hall of fame speeches I've ever heard in any sport. Just straight from the heart.

[@user-hm8wz4vp8l]

This guy went through so much to be in the hall of fame is as good as a ring. He is a true champion.

[@llfoster07]

Nothing like a mother's love.

[@zxcccccc1]

The best and worst of people have been influenced by their mothers.

[@chicomawayi5864]

You can say that again

[@davidcombs3617]

Glad that Big John lived long enough to see his guy make it in.

[@tahina2286]

He stayed real from the beginning until the end. Definitely deserves his place among the greatest that ever played this game. He ain't the GOAT but he had the biggest heart. Thanks for your contribution Allen Iverson, we will remember you for the next decades =)

[@TheAlphamale215]

Imagine if he actually did the right things and took care of himself....he maybe would of been the goat...he was hungover most games and eating chicken fingers and mozo sticks every night that's not even a joke

[@drayden18]

@@TheAlphamale215 He doesn't like to go practices but maaan, he's a killer

[@CrucialEllamint]

Hes one of the goats...

[@cycleoflife565]

@@TheAlphamale215How do you know?

[@eriklaguira]

That’s a humble man right there ... that speech was from the heart. Well deserved honor ... Iverson was the man inside that court

[@Ace12341]

Growing up in camden as a youngin right by philly. This dude was our Jordan man. So much heart and skill.

[@precioussambola1150]

You can feel the goodness from His heart through his words. God bless you Al

[@medivh1272]

100%

[@BklyNYC]

As a born and bred New Yorker .. it didn’t matter. There were always those players when they came to the Garden you’d look forward to them. And Iverson was def one of those players who the Garden “loved”. I always heard about this speech but I didn’t think I’d cry 4 separate times listening to it. Like him one of the best ever.

[@shereecollins7569]

Wow! That was a heartfelt speech. I'm glad he was able to turn his life around.

[@BeenDeliveredToday]

He acts like a fool at the casinos… rude as hell , pisses his pants cuz he’s too lazy to go to the bathroom , never tips , him and his buddies are rude

[@tydeprince7197]

@@BeenDeliveredTodayhe does not piss his pants stop the bs

[@JPrince6]

@@BeenDeliveredToday whyd your bitchass ever come here if u a hater go watch whoever u care about bitch

[@OTooth506]

@beenDeliverdedToday nah you right,we should judge him by 1 mistake. 😂 you think anyone is gonna believe you let alone decide they hate a legend cause you said he pissed his pants and you think he’s rude and doesn’t share his money with workers after he pays for stuff oh and his friends are also rude. 😂 😂 😂

[@xdivisionvision]

Who remembers that commercial Iverson did a with Jadakiss lol

[@Bigedub101]

One of the best

[@SJA_Official02]

iverson , kobe , shaq was the first NBA players that i saw on national tv , i remember when i was a kid i saw you on tv man and i said to my self i want to be like you the braids, sleeves, untuck jersey, headbands. damn miss those days when NBA is so competitive... from Philippines here man we love you AI

[@CampaignWxlf]

This is great to read! I’m glad you got to see those 3 great players of the game at a young age & especially those young faces of the game slowly making a new change to the flow of the game. 🫡🏁 Respect!

[@sebatuborn]

There's something about Iverson that drew me to watch his full speech...damn

[@here_4_beer]

he is doing crossovers even during his hall of fame speech, simply a legend.

[@Mike_416]

It makes me smile so much when I see people get to this point and all they can do is give thanks and credit to everyone who loved and supported them along the way. At the end of the day we're here for Allen. But he knows the whole story of the people who helped him to get there. Sometimes talent isn't enough. You need to have people in your corner who love and support you. And everytime we see an athlete like this they have that. And they should give thanks because not everyone in the world has that. I heard a saying. The graveyard is filled with potential. But Allen Iverson didn't die or throw it away. He used it. And to this day he inspires me. He's the Answer.

[@damienward7537]

Well said.

[@RobPaulson88]

The player I've always tried to craft my game after.

[@Kiikli]

it's a shame he had to retire so early but yet still a legend

[@pray4us955]

AI retired at 36. Kobe retired at 37

[@andrewzvolena395]

Bawling my eyes out....fuuuuccckkk!!! Who in your memory gave a more better, heartfelt speech? I can't think of any....from any sport. He was the mfkn Answer!

[@axfour1082]

The most real hof speech. Congratulations A.I.

[@willkytee6037]

The passion in him so so palpable. I’m not an emotional guy at all, but his speech gets me to my core, especially his message to coach Thompson and his wife at the end.

[@tishanlowe1236]

How A.I felt about Jordan, that was his impact on me being a kid from San Francisco housing projects, thanks A.I from all us black kids who you showed me that you can take a negative and turn it positive we love bay area love you!!

[@tishanlowe1236]

Thanks to all those who liked my A.I comment that came from my heart 💓 so I'm glad it went to you all!😉

[@erikson2789]

From the Bay area to Barcelona Spain cause he was my role model too and not only inspire black kids to play hoops cause Im spanish and I did and do his moves and shakes too. Salute Bro from BCN!!!!

[@UnhousedHowie]

He’s a real one and is a good father and loves his family 💯

[@trayshana]

One of the most emotional speeches to date... Beautiful and so heartfelt. 🏀💕

[@Uchawibeatz]

At his height this is the greatest guard I have seen play period.

[@AJisheretosavetheday]

Humble!!!! Ssooo humble. And so family oriented... a real model... my 3 heroes,, mj, Ai, and kobe..

[@mikegreen3680]

I’ve watched Allen’s speech over and over again. Like he said even though football 🏈 was his first love, he had enough talent to exceed at basketball 🏀 as well. A lot of our mom’s can always see something deep in us that we didn’t even know we had. Allen had and still does have a lot of fans. But he kept it real saying he also had a lot of haters and doubters as well that didn’t want him to succeed. Congrats 🎊🍾🎉 Allen you deserve to be a NBA Hall of Famer!!!! 🏀🏀🏀🏀

[@knowledgeborn7867]

I can't watch this without crying 😥😥😥😥

[@dddlll2471]

those who don't remember this guy was a scoring machine... he led the league in scoring a couple times

[@berkaltindis]

Straight G. Always keepin it 100

[@kanjimatsunaga8580]

I just love IVERSON ❤ what a REAL MAN ‼️💯

[@cedriclashar8905]

Still one of the best hall of fame speeches ever!!!!!

[@chiefsolo6013]

GOAT

[@vellocity7405]

W

[@UncleBenda]

W

[@onespicywing526]

Giannis Antetokounpo nothin but Ws

[@ticesevradero]

The realest off all, never forgot where he came from and who supported him.

[@MrWsbird]

R.I.P. COACH THOMPSON!

[@LeBeautiful]

AI is a real one, a living legend without a ring. "Thanks to my coach for saving my life,"

[@ericantes9203]

Allen Iverson was always very vulnerable and thats what won the hearts of Philly fans. Iverson created an atmosphere at Wells Fargo center that didn't exist before him or after him. Truly a special player and person who i think always tried to be his absolute best. Admitting when he was wrong , he was extremely relatable and honestly a good role model when i was a teenager.

[@sh0ck815]

Hard to imagine anyone that deserves it more, what a legendary talent and heart. Amazing how humble and full of love for the game he has.

[@marcoindians1627]

pound for pound The greatest player in the history of the game.

[@pennyccw]

no one love ai more than i do!!!! lol. i love all ai fans tooooooo

[@Leoza246]

Ayyye

[@chukinba]

Your channel is fire! You the realest AI fan

[@joelisdeking]

+Andres_Ch for real do

[@chiefsolo6013]

Facts love your channel

[@flo3029]

We all know that lol

[@tbello007]

Never has a speech made me tear up so much. Thank Iverson. You spoke from your heart. Much love from Nigeria.

[@lobsangtsetan534]

I always thought Allen Iverson is smart, but the dude is surrounded by people who really love him, they really help with a lot, dude is open heart it's natural that he is loved.

[@willkytee6037]

I’m a hard nosed 50 year old guy, and I have watched his speech 3-4 times and tear up every time. His passion is palpable, just like he played. Love this guy!

[@usernameisusername]

Um....it's just basketball and he is a stranger. Get a grip

[@thegent6134]

Genuinely one of the most underappreciated talents to ever play the game. I've been fortunate enough to attend my fair share of professional sporting events, and none more entertaining than watching Allen play in Philadelphia. The guy was brilliant.

[@sharonmchugh7957]

I have loved AI since his first season in Philly. He’s just completely speaking from his heart here and you can definitely see that he absolutely positively means everything that he’s saying.

[@sirepledge6808]

My alllllll time favorite!!!! MIGHTY IVERSON!

[@superdopenova6231]

Beautiful moment, beautiful speech, what a legend!

[@lukehenry2570]

Who else watched it more than once

[@herumayala5252]

Thank you Iverson for everything you did

[@butterflygraceful34]

My forever all time favorite! I always cry watching this and miss you soooo much!!

[@harristeeterfan3473]

Allen Iverson is the only person that can make Shaq cry

[@RUSH314]

Legend solidified truly a classy fellow followed him since Georgetown days and pretty much grew up with AI there will never be another a true GOAT and a real one

[@lydialoyd6960]

I will always love Allen Iverson❤️❤️❤️❤️I still have you poster on my wall and I’m 60 years old 😂😂😂

[@JZA1981]

Straight heart on and off the court.

[@glennbrock6778]

True class act , that was the best induction speech I've ever heard !!!

[@MrDavidroby1]

A.I. an icon on and off the court....

[@9etherman833]

Best little man to ever play the game philly gon miss u A.I

[@saucywalnutz]

Iverson. So much respect. As a player, and as a man. And yes, as a role model. This dude did the work. In his own way, sometimes. AI is an inspiration to all, sports fan or not-- a passionate guy. He speaks like he played. Straight from the heart.

[@washedstar5474]

This nigga done shouted out the whole league 😂

[@evilkawhikawhisexual3184]

lol

[@usernameisusername]

Um.....

[@jtheproducer277]

7 minutes in and im already crying fam...Respect to Allen

[@sosa1509]

My all time favorite athlete. I love you Al

[@idkhowtospell]

my favorite player of all time! I wish I could shake his hand and thank him

[@ericgordon4064]

Man that's what you call humility what a class act AI got my vote

[@BuddyCurls]

Always has been my favorite player, I respect this guy so much.

[@zippo5294]

My favourite player, always!

[@lucky-cg8ln]

My hats off to you Sir Iverson👍

[@arpeemac]

this speech was definitely from the heart.

[@mauricecornish8361]

I'm so proud of proud of Iverson he for the people

[@mr.slim6188]

The league should be glad A.I. wasn't 6'4 180. Cause even at 5'10 150 this man had more heart,drive,and ruthlessness then some teams had on their entire roster. Iverson had no fear of anyone. I remember countless games of him driving to the rack and getting absolutely beat the hell down but would get right back up and do it again and again. If this man played in the league today he would dominate just like he did in his time. MJ is the G.O.A.T. but Allen "The Answer" Iverson was and always be my favorite player. Love you A.I.

[@joaniewilliams8647]

💕💯🎯THAT WAS AN AWESOME SPEECH😍

[@supersaiyancurry101]

he is definitely top 10 greatest of all time

[@edwardkenway2044]

not even close

[@johnnyblingg]

Love AI but to get top 10 you gotta have rings

[@dicksonh]

+John Barnett in promoting NBA to the world, he is

[@johnnyblingg]

dicksonh Okay...but that's Top 10 in "international influence", not Top 10 "Greatest All-Time Player".

[@AntBCappin]

as of Now

[@arunkumarm9260]

At 10.40.. He speaks of. Jordan.. Truely from his heart❤.... His air Jordan reference. Pure from heart..

[@3x3mm]

You gotta ❤️ A.I. I rocked his shoes & #3 with pride back in the day!

[@Dudemeister]

count how many times he says "love". beautiful speech

[@Whateverhelpsyou777]

Allen Iverson I is such a humble honest brother.

[@pavlospoutoridis9202]

At the end of the day it’s the tears of his children made up by the love they have given from their father and this is more than any mvp title more than any championship and more that anything in life. God bless you AI and your family ❤️

[@ardayasn3944]

i love you ALLLEEENNN IVERSONN!!!!

[@nemanjaglumicic1438]

Respect!!

[@danielroyer9442]

His gratefulness and love is magical

[@RhondaJoiner-lq4ll]

Everything he said came from a place of love....he truly loved and appreciated the people in his life ❤

[@vincentbyrd5350]

My fave player ever