“You’re lucky he wasn’t 6’5” -Black Mamba

@dmarquez7265

4 жыл бұрын

R.I.P Black Mamba

@tracyhuntley1225

4 жыл бұрын

2nd to none Bear ol bitch ass punk is what that fool is....

@steppababynupe

4 жыл бұрын

Facts my 2k player is modeled after AI from looks and play style at 6'6. 40.7 points a game. 2 rings 2 defensive player awards in 3 seasons so far. AI is the 🐐

@plur2179

4 жыл бұрын

R.I.P. KOBE but facts

@ronaldanderson2299

4 жыл бұрын

Josh w facts!!!

still doing crossovers while making his speech. a real beast

@dllee5499

7 жыл бұрын

lmao....he can never stop moving, like in the game

@barimvp897

7 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😭he did a in and out behind the back

@domengB

7 жыл бұрын

No one can beat A.I.

@gregertonsimpson724

7 жыл бұрын

real shit, tha ansa.still crossing

@12poprocks

7 жыл бұрын

wrong for that lmao

"I wanna thank coach Thompson... for saving my life" gets me every single time

@davidjamison5798

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Alan

@50Nzinga

2 жыл бұрын

❤

@chriserdmann2477

2 жыл бұрын

Every time.

@rjb1987xx

2 жыл бұрын

That shit hit diff ….saving my life his whole speech hit different

@nelsonarroyo6548

Жыл бұрын

Yea man!!!!

This is one of the best acceptance speeches of all time in any field. He thanked not only his friends, family, mentors, and idols, he thanked his enemies, his competitors, his betrayers, and his critics for making him stronger-and he named names and told tales while doing it. Deep, thoughtful, and simply amazing.

@tonyparrish9216

2 жыл бұрын

He gives credit to the one that matters the most, his God and savior!

@Equalshares

2 жыл бұрын

You forgot the Most High who got more credit than all of em

@samlawhorn

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, you’re the both right: He’s the most important.

@flaviohfc

10 ай бұрын

Most of those who attended on Hall of Fame thank to their enemies, competitors, critics, to the ones who didn´t trust or believe, etc. Main example of it it´s Michael Jordan

@joanesmanlove3785

9 ай бұрын

Congrats❤ Allen Iverson 8/14/2023

Spent 90% of his speech thanking everyone from birth to the end of career. True man and legend.

@daffyduckfan4478

6 жыл бұрын

Toimie Sturdivant that's a Hall of famer

@daffyduckfan4478

6 жыл бұрын

bullsi20 how much is it really saying my could probably give a damn about his speech...... He's Mike

@kinggp1482

6 жыл бұрын

Toimie Sturdivant ii

@Rashadtv-vo6ce

6 жыл бұрын

Snapple facts selflessness shows character💪

@1vaultdweller

5 жыл бұрын

When MJ spend %90 of his speech talking about himself and still trying to settle scores... Even AI has more class then MJ

This was the most hood, real and special HOF speech of all time.

@misterg2201

4 жыл бұрын

Indeed. Dennis Rodman's speech had a similar style.

@norapeace6526

4 жыл бұрын

Facts 🤣

@redeemermamattah4327

4 жыл бұрын

Truest ever

@abrahamkristanto8531

4 жыл бұрын

"I just wanna thank God"

@NebAndro

4 жыл бұрын

Players who had given their hearts out and who have stigma all over them at the past are the one who are the real people, look at Rodman and AI

This dude just made baby sounds to his daughter during his speech! That’s epic!! Unapologetically Allen! Love it

@rjb1987xx

2 жыл бұрын

Facts 😂😂😂 and it was awesome

@dr.aisaitl7439

2 жыл бұрын

I was like wtf is he doing lmao

@kathyrae1140

Жыл бұрын

that is a REAL MAN- luv it

@korew4759

8 ай бұрын

Yeah I was kind of tripping off that too but that's what makes him AI the whole idgaf what nobody thinks. Absolutely real and authentic 👍

Ain’t nothing like a humble talented God fearing man who honors his parents and wife. This was the best speech

@donovanwilliams29

Жыл бұрын

Wife wasn't giving up that paycheck 🤔🤔

@normalguycap

Жыл бұрын

God has nothing to do with it. People invoke it when it's convenient or expected and forget at all other times. Fair weather religious folk.

@Lenasevilla-yb4ei

Жыл бұрын

@@donovanwilliams29 jealous

@donovanwilliams29

Жыл бұрын

@@Lenasevilla-yb4ei Why would i be jealous of a gold digging chicken head..

@user-gb9lz5ee7g

Жыл бұрын

@@normalguycap I agree

"My mom went to Georgetown and begged him to give me a chance... and he did." That's one powerful statement right there.

@postalone4602

4 жыл бұрын

KingChute mama slopped up Coach Thompson

@InJesusNameAmen143

4 жыл бұрын

@@postalone4602 😂

@joeyo9846

4 жыл бұрын

PostAlone and to think all my girl gets is a trip to the clinic

@koreysylver9276

4 жыл бұрын

Very sincere, because after the bowling alley incident, EVERY college turned their back on AI. Yet, Ann Iverson went to Coach Thompson and basically begged for him to give AI a chance. John Thompson did and the rest is basketball history

@Name-ev8pr

4 жыл бұрын

Just like Mrs. Gump

The only person that will never be dissed for not having a ring

@fartinggamer4204

3 жыл бұрын

My balls wont be dissed for not having a ring

@datguitarplayer1656

3 жыл бұрын

Unless you're Skip...Skip hits him with that nonsense any time AI comes up

@Kevinschart

3 жыл бұрын

I love AI but he was a selfish player. It's why his career ended the way it did. Small guys in the NBA have to walk a thin line if they want to win. AI got his buckets and that's why we love him, but it's also part of the reason he doesn't have a championship.

@IronResistance

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kevinschart my guy averaged 7 assists on a team with no other stars whatchu mean

@Kevinschart

3 жыл бұрын

@@IronResistance What i mean is he averaged 42% from the field as the number one option. it's hard to be efficient in the nba when you are barely 6 ft and 170 lbs. he got the most out of his body, but he was never going to lead a team to a championship with his style of play.

Allen Iverson was inducted into the Hall of Fame the same way he played the game... He poured his heart into it and left it all out there. Respect.

It’s clear that AI put people above everything. He never lost sight of everyone around him who helped him along the way. A true class act.

@khalilarashid

Жыл бұрын

Without Question

@llq4ever309

4 ай бұрын

Mans heart and character are unmatched true living legend

He's fighting back tears the entire time. Iverson is the realest dude I've ever seen. Wears his emotions on his sleeve.

@arshondavis7474

2 жыл бұрын

And has always been unapologetically Bubba Chuck

@elcapitanjack911S

2 жыл бұрын

SSJ, you said it right!!

@davidlin89

2 жыл бұрын

@@elcapitanjack911S yeah he says what we thinking about practice!

@armyguyautographs4083

2 жыл бұрын

PRACTICE!!!!!!!!

@notsoberoveranalyzer8264

2 жыл бұрын

I’m here after watching Rodman’s speech, my initial thought was “ maybe I should watch this later, Rodman’s was so emotional.” But Iverson, this dude is a beast. While it’s often “unmanly” to wear your heart on your sleeve. Whose more manly then these two. He’s something special. Great speech. A boss among men, and damn near the pinnacle of effort.

Damn - he didn't forget ANYBODY. I started listening to see if he thanked me! You could tell this guy was loyal to the bone - a beautiful thing to see.

@10meme11

5 жыл бұрын

Lol😂🤣😂🤣😂

@javier-qv4is

4 жыл бұрын

he said that he forgot a few ppl ona interview but yeah

@XxSpinesxX

4 жыл бұрын

VA stand up 757 baby

@KhaledAli-qf5sr

4 жыл бұрын

That's man's morality

@mrredwhite1244

4 жыл бұрын

lol

This man literally thanked everybody he could. He even thanked hip-hop! That's dope to see.

@user-xb4fm5rx8h

Жыл бұрын

He bought Hip-Hop culture to the league.. He didn’t gaf what the critics think. He’s the most influential behind Jordan (IMO)

@khalilarashid

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely

When Shaq smirks at 11:07......that was him saying, "yeah.....we all did bro"......the connection that man brought to NBA...... incomparable

@creydadj

2 жыл бұрын

Nahhh Shaq likes Dr J more than MJ

@irissanders7487

2 жыл бұрын

@@creydadj .....MJ also love Dr J...

@anitapowell2897

Жыл бұрын

​@@creydadj 0

@jasonhowell-lg5ig

11 ай бұрын

​@@creydadjThat's because Dr J never swept him in the playoffs.. MJ did.

I LOVE how he describes Jordan. It's like a kid talking about a superhero.

@gavinoctavien1400

4 жыл бұрын

Marie Campbell love his honesty

@plur2179

4 жыл бұрын

MJ was that NBA guy for alot of brothers. Just Facts

@plur2179

4 жыл бұрын

@William Annette I'm just tried of people disrespect his legacy

@sunmiASHLEYkim

4 жыл бұрын

Marie Campbell he was like god to many

@sunmiASHLEYkim

4 жыл бұрын

Black jesus hehe

Allen just wanted to be loved and appreciated for being himself and not a phony version of what people thought he should be. He had no problem showing his vulnerabilities. Doesn't get any realer than this man. Much respect, Philly loves you forever.

@anthonyclark9441

7 жыл бұрын

The Hip Hop Hooper just thanked Hip Hop Artists in his HOF speech. Nice touch.

@YungDuce-yj7pe

7 жыл бұрын

fax💯💯

@freakboy40

7 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love this dude. He was a very tough player.

@DAMONCAPRICORN

7 жыл бұрын

HIS FAMILY FROM HARTFORD CT

@freakboy40

7 жыл бұрын

damon richmond Yeah, I knew that because I lived in Hartford for 25 years. But I didn't know the family....I knew people who did.

I am so glad John Thompson lived to see this moment. You can tell these two men had real love

i love his MJ tribute, MJ inspired them all, MJ is a once in a lifetime player

@mj23goat3

Жыл бұрын

Once in a millennium player.

@trashfordisrash59

4 ай бұрын

One and only

@matthewmercer2477

2 ай бұрын

Humility is one thing MJ never had and can't buy. MJ is a dick.

A.I. is so emotional. Man, you deserve it! You have so many fans around the world, especially in China.

@lavarball1241

7 жыл бұрын

Peace and love✌🏼

@johnbusa3256

7 жыл бұрын

PEACE

@camcam489

7 жыл бұрын

He definetly deserves it I remember his debut game congrats allen

@jmitt4339

7 жыл бұрын

he deserves to be in jail

@nathanelflanagan2770

7 жыл бұрын

drink everything under your sink^

AI: Moving side to side Cameraman: You ain’t about to cross me over!

@Humblemumble7

3 жыл бұрын

Hahahah! That's hilarious man! Lmao

@epicohuman2047

3 жыл бұрын

Lol

@larrywhite9888

3 жыл бұрын

Mannnn

@crnrbck33

3 жыл бұрын

Ohhh nigggggaa got me DIE YING rn!!!

@Pgprince86

3 жыл бұрын

You win flawless victory 😂

I lived in Philly in 2001 and it is impossible to overstate how important he was to us. If I were to ever meet him, I would shake his hand and thank him for the most exciting summer of my life. I can't adequately explain just how exciting that year was. Philly is the underdog city. The movie Rocky is about Philadelphia, it's uncrushable spirit and dogged resilience. AI embodied that perfectly. Small, flawed and outgunned, he persevered and prevailed solely on heart. Like in 1776, when some scrappy colonists took on the greatest empire the world had ever seen by declaring independence in Philadelphia.... It's about heart and determination. We didn't love Allen because he was dominant, or the greatest but because he fought with a ferocity that gave every underdog hope.

@williamfredcooper3014

2 жыл бұрын

I or no one could’ve said, what you just said, any better. I was in Philadelphia at the same time. I moved from Africa to the city of brotherly love for grad school. It Was the most exciting summer and 7 years of my existence, watching basketball or any sport. the guy was just unrelenting on the court and authentic, in life. For better or worse. I miss him in the game. I don’t watch nba much anymore and now I live in London. (So the time difference with the schedule of the games, makes it almost impossible) No player like him, since him. Pound for pound, inch for inch. And he was not 6 feet tall. He was shorter. Which makes him even more remarkable. Wow

@bbkingme8831

2 жыл бұрын

The street life was even better. Girls looked better. Chill spots was poppin. Seems like when he left it fell off. But b4 iverson philly was great. Kinda weird

@stickguy8527

2 жыл бұрын

This comment made me cry 😂

@gmmbae8973

2 жыл бұрын

Damn. Well said.

@keithcola3906

2 жыл бұрын

Well said my friend coming from Philly that summer was epic down Frankford Ave!!!!

Dude is humble as hell. I guess life can do that. What's coolest here is how he's taking all these people into the HoF with him.

He's so athletically gifted yet he's truly humbled and overwhelmed by the recognition. He's uncomfortable in the spotlight. Such a cool guy.

@clarencewilliams8871

4 жыл бұрын

Keep praising Him

@bigeric1030

3 жыл бұрын

A LOT of people forget that coming out of high school, AI was a top dual threat QB recruit coming out of the Newport News, VA. area as well as one of the best basketball recruits, off the court “problems” or not in America. He was apparently a great baseball player earlier in his HS career as well.

@terryj5368

3 жыл бұрын

Uncomfortable in the spotlight... until you pass him the ball.

@planetoftheapen1559

2 жыл бұрын

@@terryj5368 thats when the animal came out. Nobody could stop him.

Lol, 2 times Allen Iverson wore a suit and tie, "Draft Day & Hall of Fame", respect tho, he was a great player.

@kudabeen

7 жыл бұрын

don't forget court... I hate that I did that...

@dontevertouchmyhat1169

7 жыл бұрын

+A King In My Own Mind You can't help it. C.A.S (caucasian American syndrome)

@ohSanee

7 жыл бұрын

loool xD

@shawnbailey573

7 жыл бұрын

truth! 😂😂😂

@SwishScopeOfficial

7 жыл бұрын

He also wore them on these occasions: Pre-trial: www.langfieldentertainment.com/images/00-IMAGES%20TO%20KEEP/allen_iverson(headshot-no-braids-suit-med).jpg Sentencing trial: i.huffpost.com/gen/2969600/thumbs/o-IVERSON-900.jpg?1 Re-trial: 65.media.tumblr.com/45ac57bc17c02dd7ba4403ec6014915b/tumblr_inline_o3y0j4olFS1tqry47_500.png Announcing for the draft: static4.businessinsider.com/image/54de1a4aecad0444584ca024-1200/allen-iverson-was-picked-first-overall-by-the-philadelphia-76ers.jpg

The love that Allen's kids have for him is so easy to see. So awesome!

@khalilarashid

Жыл бұрын

Facts... I saw that too

"I want you to be proud of yourself. I want you to walk around and understand that You are A Hall-of-Famer." The best praise I've ever heard someone say to their spouse - bar none.

@teeHOLLY24

Жыл бұрын

Just sucked the tears right out my face lol!

@michelled.6001

Жыл бұрын

And you could see that he truly meant what he said 💖💖💖💖

I tear up every time he thanks John Thompson for saving his life. The system tried to destroy this man but he prevailed anyway. Changed the culture of the NBA.

@richcarrCCC

3 жыл бұрын

Well said... the truth.

@banyahawadah2077

3 жыл бұрын

No lies told!

@CinoG2G

3 жыл бұрын

10000% brotha. Top role model in my life as a kid

@debramolley2561

3 жыл бұрын

My main man, what's not to love ?

@Marcus-ru1ht

3 жыл бұрын

Yes! 100%

AI is the real one. "Thanks for my coach to saving my life"

@giolopez5583

7 жыл бұрын

Why do I ALWAYS SEE YOU!!!!!

@giolopez5583

7 жыл бұрын

+Gio Lopez lol

@chipskylarkvevo7944

7 жыл бұрын

Complex legend 🙌🏽

@alejandrozuniga4443

7 жыл бұрын

+Gio Lopez did you just reply to yourself ....BOI HOLD DIS L

@69478283

7 жыл бұрын

lol

Whew chile…when he honored his wife, I got all emotional. She’s so deserving and it’s amazing that he made sure to tell her she’s a huge part of where he is. Indeed a Hall of Fame couple.

@gwenmarie7311

9 ай бұрын

Exactly 💯💯👏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

Congrats to Allen Iverson for becoming an NBA Hall Of Famer. He was actually a pure joy to watch on the basketball court. His induction into the NBA Hall Of Fame is well deserved.

AI and Rodman’s speeches were soooo real... u gotta love it

@nolimitkhris9598

4 жыл бұрын

Aadarsh J just came from that lol

@cq_el7409

4 жыл бұрын

@@nolimitkhris9598 me too

@soodypop2014

4 жыл бұрын

Cant compare his speech to Rodman... This guy has his shit together

@captnjack9827

4 жыл бұрын

Aadarsh J be like mike

@JordanStuffGamer

3 жыл бұрын

Miguel Matias AI definitely has millions nowadays he’s living on the nice south side of Charlotte he was broke a little after he retired though

Iverson Documentary is the best one on Netflix. That's my strong opinion. His mother is the True MVP.

@eliseocervantes1878

4 жыл бұрын

Did he mention Jamie rodgers

@blaze1417

4 жыл бұрын

@snausegman you don't know the all true only for view a documentary

@johnbain1738

4 жыл бұрын

REAL

@ariesgirl.

4 жыл бұрын

@snausegman huh?

@daviddavidson8050

4 жыл бұрын

5:52 is when the water works 😭😭😭 really came for me! A. I.'s Mama IS THE REAL MVP🎖🏅🎖 OF THE FAMILY🏘. Love You Mama!

Whenever I feel a need to be lifted, this is one of my favorite speeches to listen to. I keep it locked and loaded in my list. What a truly exceptionally inspirational story. So when they say, "Nay", I say, "They said I couldn't do it...but I did".

@bridgetterobinson1005

Жыл бұрын

Geez ...me to....and I cry everytime. Can't count the times I've watched this😁

Allen Iverson gave a nontraditional inception speech, where he made himself vulnerable and showed his human side. His emotional thank you to coach John Thompson was a tough act to follow. May God continue to bless him and show favor on his family...

When he thanked coach Thompson for saving his life.. I felt that shit

@108WildBoy

5 жыл бұрын

True too...

@boogie56ace

4 жыл бұрын

Real shit

@devrimonur3029

4 жыл бұрын

Chris Mareko that gave me goosebumps when i first watched that

@I_be_e

4 жыл бұрын

I teared up! Felt it to my core. My favorite player ever and knowing his journey all i can say is " Thank You coach John Thompson "

@fromthejump4188

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you coach Thompson💯

Shout out to the cameraman for swaying side to side with AI.

@christophermichaelbaysidem5853

4 жыл бұрын

Lmao. Salute

@TionDaDon

4 жыл бұрын

A real one lol

@asadullahchoudhry4557

4 жыл бұрын

probably annoyed out of his mind lol

@RossNCVince

4 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂💯

@nigelandandi453

4 жыл бұрын

Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahqhaha

The way he thanked his wife is AMAZING and shows just how much he is grateful for her. Whew!

Real man giving a real speech from the heart. This is part of why he is so special

Iverson in the Hall of Fame. We're getting old.

@AiriquahCharron

6 жыл бұрын

Manny Calavera IKR

@shawncarter9625

6 жыл бұрын

Same shit I said...damn I remember his first day on the court in gt

@realestatebillionarist1858

5 жыл бұрын

Manny Calavera 🤣

@jamesjamaica7189

5 жыл бұрын

Facts

@williamsaunders670

5 жыл бұрын

Facts

It's a crime that this MAN doesn't have a ring, it's absolutely heartbreaking...

@JAWrightonline

4 жыл бұрын

Put him with Shaq, Duncan, or in one of the backcourt spots on the '04 Pistons (remember, Larry Brown is the Head Coach) and he has a chip or two.

@romanabdel4653

4 жыл бұрын

He Is a Legend tho more then many people Who won rings

@Nightwing300

4 жыл бұрын

You can blame the refs that placed bets against the 76ers

@thelawofdivineoneness458

4 жыл бұрын

It sure is a CRIME. I feel the same about Dan Marino in football. Dan was the best pure passer I ever saw. Certain players are so undeniably GREAT that you really want them to be world champs at least once is their storied careers. Iverson was one of a kind.

@chosenofjudah5419

4 жыл бұрын

Doesn't matter he is a hall of famer and legend that will be remembered for a very long time

This has to be, by far, one of the most heartfelt and thorough speeches I have heard thus far. He is ABSOLUTELY without a shadow of a doubt one of the most naturally gifted athletes ever to play a sport!!! God made him small because if he was any taller or bigger no one would have a chance against Him so He made sure He kept it fair by making AI the size that he was.

@NaiShianx

Жыл бұрын

Barely 6 ft tall & weighed 180 soaking wet but STILL would attack the paint with giants like Shaq, The Admiral, Zo Mourning, etc in traffic. 🤯 Go look up the definition of FEARLESS & you'll see AI's photo. 💯

@walshknwsbest

Жыл бұрын

That’s what sucks about basketball, only 12 people in the history of the nba has made it in the sport being under 6ft. The amount of extremely skilful and talented players just like Allen who can never make it just for not being born tall just sucks and ruins the game imo

@korew4759

8 ай бұрын

They didn't stand a chance without him being 6'6 200 lbs still 😂😂😂

Taking the time out to address his kids and tell the world how great they are was fantastic. That's a guy who's involved and devoted to his kids and it's why I'm an AI fan.

When he said, "I wanna thank Coach Thompson for saving my life..." boYYYYYY!!!! I was done. Tears streamed down my face. I knew what he was talking about. Incredible life story of this brilliant basketball player. God bless you A.I.

@I_be_e

4 жыл бұрын

Same here! Ain't nothing with a real man crying! Shows we love hard and have a heart my brother!

@coreyjenkins3056

4 жыл бұрын

For real!✊🏿👊🏿

@arrafiaziz3925

4 жыл бұрын

Facts

@tiesmoove

4 жыл бұрын

That's when it hit me...😢

"Michael Jordan made basketball. Allen Iverson made basketball COOL"

@tinawilliams4883

3 жыл бұрын

I agree 1000

@QwertyQwerty-de6yx

3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree man ✊

@blacclivesmatter4637

3 жыл бұрын

@@QwertyQwerty-de6yx that's wassup🤙

@jordanroman841

3 жыл бұрын

As a Sixer fan yes

@karmasubba3863

3 жыл бұрын

- Chris Brown

This man has a sense of humour that's underrated and overall he is in my top ten greatest ever.

Wow! That was the most humblest and realest speech ever given! He thanked everybody! He understood that he did not get to where he is by himself. And he intentionally took the time to thank each and everyone that helped him along the way!

some dudes with rings will never get this love

@a.e.a.

4 жыл бұрын

To this day people don't get that basketball is a fucking team sport. He played in a tough era without much help. If AI would've also gotten a little more help from his front offices he'd certainly be a champ now.

@maddogg1978peru

4 жыл бұрын

Most...

@PRIME-BIRDS-TV

4 жыл бұрын

Yes specially GSW 😂

@marcusbenet3180

4 жыл бұрын

show love to get love. He was real

@advitiya18

4 жыл бұрын

Dave Villanueva Mostly KD man, steph and klay got one without him

PUT RESPECT ON HIS NAME

@fksara7708

7 жыл бұрын

did you pull up on Jordan and Yao Ming like that?

@rudyliberato1844

7 жыл бұрын

All Might nigga ill pull up on all tree of them. Now iz you done or yall finished

@fksara7708

7 жыл бұрын

rudy liberato don't come at me, I'm just the radio guy

@andrewnelson6990

7 жыл бұрын

+All Might fucka radio guy you better put respeck on that dudes comment he thought about commenting on a few of ya videos but he done thought that gangsta

@tomrenard1700

7 жыл бұрын

dicks out for Harambe

This is absolutely the most sincerest speech I have ever heard and I have heard thousands of speeches. There was no fluff. Deeply moving originating from purity of heart. God bless you AI!!!

He just thanked everyone who touched his life, amazing!

this had me all emotional and shit!

@shegivesmemoney

7 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 foreall 👌👌👌 proud of him

@SaintFrenchy

7 жыл бұрын

Not gonna lie, it touched the heart

@ilivelovelaugh2013

7 жыл бұрын

ikr!!! i cried the whole time. i love bubba chuck💕

@philipcallado5693

7 жыл бұрын

Nothing against all the other HOFs, but this was probably the most real HOF speech ever. (Mostly) unscripted, all heart, like AI's game.

@Dangergoon187

7 жыл бұрын

Official DramaSydE u

How can anyone even down vote this shit.. Most genuine athlete in American History. Huge respect.

@Abstrack23

4 жыл бұрын

Its because that some folks like to hate on him because of his "image" shown by the media, whereas in reality he has a heart of gold and the media is just trying to display resentment towards him.

@edwingarzon9177

4 жыл бұрын

And Mike Tyson

@BumFluffer1999

4 жыл бұрын

#JulioJones 11 blatant racism in the industry

@Abstrack23

4 жыл бұрын

@@BumFluffer1999Yeah its unfortunately not just him. Other blacks face racism at times, when they are too successful.

@soulphoenix13

4 жыл бұрын

The answer (pun intended) is because some people just suck and got their heads so far up their own asses that they can't realize genuine compassion and realness. They're looking for what's only good for them, not anybody else, and their own ignorance doesn't allow them to see true greatness or the ability to see past the surface of another human being. The media shines the light on news that would otherwise be kept in the dark, but can also drag the truth away at the same time if a different angle looks more appealing or worthy of bigger coverage. . .AI is the Answer for realness and he played the game of basketball the way it should be played; tough on both ends of the court and with determination to accompany his extraordinary skill.

Still my favorite basketball player of all time. Got goosebumps when he spoke about his daddy

"But man, I wanted to be like Mike". So much respect. I love you A.I

Rest in peace Coach John Thompson💔💔💔😭 A list of John Thompson accolades: - First African-American head coach to win a major collegiate championship - 2× NBA champion ('65, '66) - NCAA champion ('84) - NABC Coach of the Year ('85) - 🥉 Olympics ('88) - 3× Big East COTY ('80, '87, '92) - HOF class of '99 Just to list a few🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 R.I.P Coach

@j-rock5083

3 жыл бұрын

Speak those FACTS!!

@fngaming5064

3 жыл бұрын

One of the most underrated sports personalities in history

@Cmutt44

3 жыл бұрын

Truly a great man that just happened to be a coach!!! R.I.P

@dusk6159

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you again coach Thompson, from all of us but especially AI, forever.

@genbelisarius7780

3 жыл бұрын

Some of his greatest accomplishments were those that you won't see on paper. What he did for the young black athletes of this country specifically from the inner city will for me always outweigh any award he received.

Tupac of the NBA. Him and Pac had that same realness about them. A.I = a real man's man. Congratz AI best little man to ever do it. And thats real talk.

@shakur3259

7 жыл бұрын

foreal man

@vasileiosathanasiadis2168

7 жыл бұрын

Best comment i've ever read homie i swear, word up!

@aaronrobinson3880

7 жыл бұрын

No not really

@rawwdawgg4801

7 жыл бұрын

salty af.... #StickYoselfNigguh

@7OFF4L

7 жыл бұрын

I ain't sure

The way he accepted this honor is the same way he played every single game; with 100% heart. Absolute legend!!!

Exactly what I knew it would be like. People don’t understand that the most controversial and hardest players in the league are the most loving and sensitive dudes. Will always love this guy

80% of his speech it's about shoutouts. That's my dude!

@catfish9207

7 жыл бұрын

That's what all the hall of fame speeches are

@johanreillo8403

7 жыл бұрын

Lol

“ Man he got on the Jordan’s “ 😂😂

@brunohorvath3462

4 жыл бұрын

Anyone know why MJ is not here??

@lennyozwald4190

4 жыл бұрын

@@brunohorvath3462 probably busy. Kobe wasn't there either.

@lennyozwald4190

3 жыл бұрын

@Dillan Ponis Kobe was living at the time tho.

Wow what a speech, im not even an A I fan and i cried more than 10 times throughout his whole speech. A real MAN thoroughly inside out. Love ya Allen Iverson.

He had me on tears. Keeping it real and thankful for everything

AI to real, my nigga didnt even get a edge up.

@Ninohollywood1718

7 жыл бұрын

word lol

@kylejaynes2949

7 жыл бұрын

LMFAO for real. Can't say he was ever fake , on or off the court.

@treybear8174

7 жыл бұрын

never

@goblair84

7 жыл бұрын

*too. Just keepin' it real.

@jmitt4339

7 жыл бұрын

+No Opinion wtf are you idiots talking about?

Allen Iverson is like DMX, flawed, emotional, prone, but completely authentic and that why we love and root for them! God bless!

@brandytaylor6648

3 жыл бұрын

Oh yes that is the best comparison😀

@epvtrinidad

3 жыл бұрын

RIP DMX

@jamarammo9649

3 жыл бұрын

Yep

@killemall923

2 жыл бұрын

Great comparison

@erichvonmanstein6876

2 жыл бұрын

So he's human. We already knew that

I love this guy, such a humble soul..despite all his accomplishments, he has a lot to be thankful for. ❤🙏👏

I was never a fan of Iverson when he played, but now I'm a fan of him as a man. A speech that he gave completely from the heart, nothing written. I have a new found respect for him. This is something every young basketball player should witness.

@gwenmarie7311

9 ай бұрын

Exactly 🙏🏽🙏🏽

Allen Iverson is one of the greatest players to have ever played in the NBA. It's sad that he didn't win a championship during his career. Thanks for the memories AI..

@delvinh7892

7 жыл бұрын

💯

@leejason1738

7 жыл бұрын

kinda like kevin durant. he will never win a ring.

@ramires1

7 жыл бұрын

Yea 3-1 lead.

@gainztrain9890

7 жыл бұрын

Kamaal Bartley nah none of his sons ball

@thecoolbrothers5385

7 жыл бұрын

kalel Wilson you right he did loose the chapionships

He a testimony of “I rather be hated for who I really am . Than to be loved for someone who I am not.” A.I was not afraid to be himself on and off the court . Braids, tattoos, sleeves, jewelry. No matter what people thought 💭.

@epicuruswise1899

4 жыл бұрын

iverson what a crying girl he is.. man up u little girl..wtf u are like 50 years old u loser.. kobe is ur father.. even kd is better than u loser.. even harden is better than u.. u are nothing.. u are a fashion icon, not a basketball player.. lmao gtfoh

@lionspride9367

4 жыл бұрын

Epicurus Wise grow up

@tristanvanderhoek6993

4 жыл бұрын

@@epicuruswise1899 lol, u serious? Want to talk about it?

@katlap3101

4 жыл бұрын

Indiana, he was just cool, not many people are like that

@geogeo4139

4 жыл бұрын

@@epicuruswise1899 You must be one of those he was speaking about of exposing your hatred towards him and exposing yourself on full blast. Poor kid! Having a heart and emotions is what God has embedded in us. Clearly you are not a man of God! A Luciefrian for sure!

I never seen anyone thank more people in a speech. What a class act.

@AnHebrewChild

4 ай бұрын

I come back here once a year to watch this and just soak in the attitude-of-gratitude, godly humility, and class. This is my favorite HOF speech. RESPECT to Allen Iverson. **For real.**

Most humbling, selfless hall of fame speech ever, spoken by a true icon, "TheAnwser3"

who else shed a real nigga tear to this

@XxBatmanxX456FromPS3

7 жыл бұрын

lol

@timhoward5

7 жыл бұрын

bitch

@maxwellmorrison60

7 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂

@theharshrealitytruth5687

7 жыл бұрын

+maxwellmorrison60 me bro 1 minute and 34 seconds in that's how you know somebody is blessed

@shawnpowell1449

7 жыл бұрын

Real shit. I did when heard I got in

Probably the only player that played like it's his last day on Earth. Philly's pride.

@stevezio33

4 жыл бұрын

Celtics fan here and I can't agree with this more. The man left it all out there every. single. time.

@shomoy7396

4 жыл бұрын

Kobe did man walked to ft line on a torn Achilles and dropped 60 last game

@char4588

4 жыл бұрын

Kobe Bryant this is an A.I video

@dusk6159

4 жыл бұрын

@@shomoy7396 Yes on a facade game (nobody else ever needed or will need empty showings like that or was so insecure to plan and do it), even more of a facade circus than his rings gave to him by Shaq, Phil and those dynasty teams (without even mentioning the superteams), already an arduous bar to surpass.

@epicuruswise1899

4 жыл бұрын

iverson what a crying girl he is.. man up u little girl..wtf u are like 50 years old u loser.. kobe is ur father.. even kd is better than u loser.. even harden is better than u.. u are nothing.. u are a fashion icon, not a basketball player.. lmao gtfoh

I've always liked Iverson. He was an amazing talent. He had so much stacked against him and made it anyway. True definition of toughness.

Hands down one of the best acceptance speeches ever. The Question with no Answer

Salute to A.I......Aside from Jordan....the best player with heart to ever grace the court.

@picturemetrolling7068

7 жыл бұрын

I like that...with heart.

@stevenjohnson4207

7 жыл бұрын

yes sir

@diamondcutter4056

7 жыл бұрын

yup. he was amazing.

@MimzyVerified

7 жыл бұрын

greatest small guy of all time

@edisonsun21c

7 жыл бұрын

Hit'em up!

AI is the realest guy in the world. you see the MVP chant from the crowd, not even MJ can get this love. AI3forever

@culedz29

7 жыл бұрын

There is a reason when LeBron said that you can make an argument that AI has influenced more players today than MJ.

@culedz29

7 жыл бұрын

There is a reason why LeBron said that you can make an argument that AI has influenced more players today than MJ.

@greenmatrix151023387

7 жыл бұрын

well said pennyccw. love your stuff

@TheRaj14

7 жыл бұрын

I agree. I feel like A.I's down to earth attitude makes him connect more to basketball fans. He is always out there, just speaks from his heart.

@alexvaldez456av

7 жыл бұрын

+Eddie Cordova obviously cuz the players in tdys game were old enough to see AI n not MJ.

Little man with a Big Heart, i was wiping tears all the way through this shit. I am twice his age and i am so proud of the man he is.

@Angel-rc5hx

Жыл бұрын

He not that little he still 6 foot

One of the most gracious acceptance speeches I've ever witnessed. Beautiful, just beautiful.

Allen Iverson is a good dude.

@Cheersthewinners

5 жыл бұрын

I always lived AI but he wasnt always this humble and good to his wife.

@shinsukenakamura2316

4 жыл бұрын

@@Cheersthewinners they didn't say was, though. They said are now. Know the difference.

@Cheersthewinners

4 жыл бұрын

@@shinsukenakamura2316 okay. But I can give my opinion on KZread comment section. It's not that serious.

@shinsukenakamura2316

4 жыл бұрын

@@Cheersthewinners I never said you couldn't. I did the same. It was serious enough to comment. We're both just Express our thoughts, lol.

@shinsukenakamura2316

4 жыл бұрын

@@Cheersthewinners you right tho. Lmao

The biggest heart in NBA History.

@nomill8743

7 жыл бұрын

William Cooper and

@jigjitsu5599

6 жыл бұрын

William Cooper him and kobs

@SR-hf3hx

6 жыл бұрын

William Cooper Anthony mason!!

@cheezlayer

5 жыл бұрын

Michael jordan!

Love the way he thanked his wife at the end didn’t realize they had such a big family beautiful children I’m sure all the sacrifices she had to make

for a man of that stature, he sure is humble. Gotta love AI. He's a true legend. One of the best in the game.

Man, you can't watch this with out tearing up!

@weiyuwang3412

7 жыл бұрын

Totally agreed

@fredrickbutts2392

7 жыл бұрын

justin wilson yah you can. I'm form Newport News. Like 20 mins form his high school and everyone in the 757 pretty much knows all this stuff about him.

@Shaq876Jam

7 жыл бұрын

justin wilson bro I had to wipe my tears away like twice

@braydenperez2233

6 жыл бұрын

kd and lebron did whats better for them which is respectable

I wasn't out and about when Jordan was popping, this is my Jordan

@chikowashere

7 жыл бұрын

Exactly and he had a bigger on the game than MJ. He helped change was it means to be a guard in the Nba. And he brought the hood back to the Nba

@sainttrunks1982

7 жыл бұрын

Kobe was your Jordan

@chikowashere

7 жыл бұрын

Jaysquared Well everyone wants to be Jordan, but he was the best in the world and only like 3 players have come close to that. But you can see AI's influence in just about every all star guard in the league. I'd say he had a bigger impact on players because not everyone can be Jordan. But we see a lot coming damn close to being an AI

@petergaitan9475

7 жыл бұрын

+Jaysquared Mj is all hype dude losing records loosing in the playoffs until he got the right people for the team I'm order to win a championship. I think the bulls impacted the game not Mj although mj is a goat and an extremely good player but there is no GOAT. Love MJ and AI.

@trillythagr8259

7 жыл бұрын

Kobe is my Jordan

They all stood up for Allen. I don't remember ever seeing that love and admiration. He owes it to them to be the best man he can still be

Damn he made me cry.. great speech.. calling his wife a hall of famer is real because nobody would give the wife light on all the stuff she did and went thru with him

He definitely went on stage and just spoke from the heart. What a speech. He was 100% AI up there. Much respect, and a well deserved HOF member.

Not only one of the best to play the game but also one of the most genuine .. A.I! #LivingLegend

@domoniquekyle7590

7 жыл бұрын

Indeed

@joncoleman3754

7 жыл бұрын

***** 💯💯

@joncoleman3754

7 жыл бұрын

Domonique Kyle yes ma am . I just wish he could've gotten one ring at least

@domoniquekyle7590

7 жыл бұрын

Yeah, that's unfortunate but he DEF was one of the best regardless.

@joncoleman3754

7 жыл бұрын

Domonique Kyle no doubt I looked up to him more than I did Jordan

11:59 I’m like man he got on the Jordan’s 🤣🤣 classic

His showtime special created an entirellllly new appreciation for this man and just how much he had to deal with, vilified and STILL got it done at the highest level. He was a culture himself. Privileged to see him from the sidelines in college all the way up!

Literally the only man on the globe who will never be roasted for still having cornrows in 2017

@orangetheecraze6182

7 жыл бұрын

Cert1f1edXxXLegend ppl aCtually rOast ppl fOr havinG COrnrOllz? never seen it. O (I) Olso haven't seen anyOne In COrnrOllz in a while sO u may have a pOint.

@thexcommenterx1

7 жыл бұрын

Cert1f1edXxXLegend kawhi has cornrows and he's much better than AI

@tropicalbooty9646

6 жыл бұрын

DabAndFap hahaha you think Kawhi is better then Al?

@juspronto9386

6 жыл бұрын

Story Book right he must be high off purp and extendos

@JrBeLikex

6 жыл бұрын

DabAndFap your pretty dumb for saying that

Allen Iverson wasn't human.. that's why they called him AI.

@uhmmjawsh

7 жыл бұрын

sickkk

@jorgenuts373

7 жыл бұрын

L

@shawnbrown3220

7 жыл бұрын

this joke flew over my head pls explain

@TahirQasim

7 жыл бұрын

+shawn brown AI, as in Artificial Intelligence. basically its intelligence displayed by machines

@synthrone

7 жыл бұрын

W

Dang i tear up every time I see this! One of the best hall of fame speeches..Real Man right here! Love his kids..😎💪🏿💯💙

Changed the culture of the NBA and basketball both on and off the court. So much heart and swag. What a legend.

Old school best! No bullshit ! Game changer !

@tantotopps

10 ай бұрын

FACTSSS

@toniagrant275

9 ай бұрын

Facts

@RemiMarkos8

6 ай бұрын

Yup!!💯🏀🏀‼️

@mattH3ew

5 ай бұрын

There is only one Allen Iverson ❤️🤍💙. He is his own category is the only way I can describe my admiration for him. He gives Philadelphia a better name, represents the best parts of the city.

I cried while he is telling his children he is proud of them. I have never heard those words from my dad. God Bless

@stedye

4 жыл бұрын

We need to tell all children that we are proud. It starts at home with our own, but, acknowledge the good in them all.

@wetrippymane_trippy9702

4 жыл бұрын

What about his wife tho 🤷🏽‍♂️ or girl

@lelsqueks

4 жыл бұрын

Tressala I’m proud of you

@tressinar

4 жыл бұрын

@@lelsqueks even tho I don't know you thank you so much!! It warmed my heart and made me smile!!

@lelsqueks

4 жыл бұрын

Tressala that was my only intention!! Keep smiling ❤️

I love this speech so much.. I could watch it over and over.. the best part is when AI told his dear wife of 24 years, who went through so much to keep their family together, that he loves her so much, wants to stay with her for life, and most of all, to him, she too is a hall of famer - one of the GOATs, his MVP!! 💖💖💖💖

@gwenmarie7311

9 ай бұрын

😢😢I cried 😢through his whole Speech. But when he got to his wife I 😭 boo hoo

@wandalartigue2528

9 ай бұрын

I just ran into this video. I am glad that I did. A real speech of gratitude.

Very emotional acceptance speech. Men I teared up as those in the audience. What a grateful soul, appreciating almost everyone that contributed to his greatness.