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Allen Iverson opens up on his biggest influences and life after basketball ๐Ÿค | First Take

NBA legend Allen Iverson joins Stephen A. Smith on First Take ahead of the release of his new book “Misunderstood: A Memoir,” to discuss being open and honest, his sobriety journey, his biggest influences and more. โ˜‘๏ธ Subscribe to ESPN+: ๐Ÿ“ฑ Get the ESPN App: ๐Ÿ€ Subscribe to NBA on ESPN on YouTube: โ˜‘๏ธ Subscribe…

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NBA legend Allen Iverson joins Stephen A. Smith on First Take ahead of the release of his new book “Misunderstood: A Memoir,” to discuss being open and honest, his sobriety journey, his biggest influences and more.

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  1. @hilliarddillepree7717

    October 8, 2025 at 5:08 pm

    Kobe follow Michael, A I followed no one, he was an original

  2. @geevenom8098

    October 8, 2025 at 5:39 pm

    Iโ€™m so happy I got to meet him at MGM while working during Meloโ€™s Basketball ๐Ÿ€ HOF enshrinement weekend. I asked for a pic with him and he said sure but got sidetracked by other players. Hours later when he came back to the MGM casino, he saw me and called me over n we took a pic together! AI is a very humble guy! Iโ€™ll never forget that day! Thanks A.I.!!!! Much respect ๐Ÿซก๐Ÿ™

  3. @michaelbraddock5728

    October 8, 2025 at 5:49 pm

    Dynasty Raiders $

  4. @tobster4267

    October 8, 2025 at 6:06 pm

    Stephen A. Do you know what AI means??

  5. @CraigCharley

    October 8, 2025 at 6:07 pm

    Larry Bird as a rookie, WOULD BE OVER QUALIFIED TO PLAY FOR TODAY’S LAKERS.

  6. @LeeTennant46

    October 8, 2025 at 6:22 pm

    The Answer definitely lived up to his name, one of the greatest pound for pound! 6foot guard of all times legendary ๐Ÿ‘Œ

  7. @Luckkylou

    October 8, 2025 at 6:37 pm

    Allen Ezell Iverson You Are The Greatest๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿฝ

  8. @RUDYRAYYYMO

    October 8, 2025 at 6:53 pm

    I hate that he’s doing the interview with this person..A.I. have some integrity

  9. @wazzamolloy1

    October 8, 2025 at 7:16 pm

    When lebron wont and kobe cant…..

  10. @clxmpm3nace387

    October 8, 2025 at 7:25 pm

    My favorite player of all time. Got me into basketball and molded my game.after him ๐Ÿ’ช

  11. @user-qk4vl8lj4r

    October 8, 2025 at 7:52 pm

    Stephen A had to call in a favor because this show falling tf off

  12. @Patrick_Quan

    October 8, 2025 at 7:55 pm

    Most authentic sports athlete ๐Ÿ

  13. @talkingmoney4499

    October 8, 2025 at 8:17 pm

    I swear iverson was drinking a month ago at casino

  14. @montraedavis2201

    October 8, 2025 at 8:27 pm

    I love this interview. SAS๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿฝ I also love to see a success story. The human side of this great player. Another book in my collection……..

  15. @Ron-c1w

    October 8, 2025 at 8:38 pm

    I loved A.I. as a basketball player and I congratulate him on his sobriety and wish him all the best going forward.

  16. @smith6758

    October 8, 2025 at 9:31 pm

    I still think the 76ers did him wrong by making his statue child sized. He deserves a full sized one at least as big as DWadeโ€™s even though he didnโ€™t bring the chip home

  17. @Danielramirez-p6r

    October 8, 2025 at 9:39 pm

    AI the only reason I got into basketball

  18. @DJReyzor357

    October 8, 2025 at 9:52 pm

    Keith Sweat always works ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿฝ ๐Ÿ’ฏ

  19. @jzj2212

    October 8, 2025 at 9:55 pm

    A.I and Jordan hands down the GOAT

  20. @crizstaphamarley4770

    October 8, 2025 at 10:11 pm

    TEAM …Allen Iverson….we straight outta Virginia

  21. @crizstaphamarley4770

    October 8, 2025 at 10:16 pm

    Before first take….it was QueitFrankly

  22. @crizstaphamarley4770

    October 8, 2025 at 10:16 pm

    U not lying

  23. @okbutyumadtho

    October 8, 2025 at 10:32 pm

    Dayum, AI is the man. He looks deeper and wiser every year.

  24. @MsBuckey

    October 8, 2025 at 10:48 pm

    Al, sobriety is about repetition and discipline. It takes a lot of practice. 6 months is a start, like junior high basketball.

  25. @grinchoi1

    October 8, 2025 at 11:09 pm

    He sounds so much clearer in terms of thought. Salute on the 6 months of sobriety. I know it wasn’t easy! ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿฝ
    Michael Jordan is the ๐Ÿ but AI was always my favorite player growing up! The fans will never forget those years!

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