Allen Iverson | Ep 46 | ALL THE SMOKE Full Episode | SHOWTIME Basketball

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  • NBA legend and cultural icon Allen Iverson joins Matt and Stephen for a special episode 46 of ALL THE SMOKE. The boys talk about AI changing the culture of the game and his battles with Kobe and the Lakers. Iverson also opens up about his former coach John Thompson and about the real reason behind his infamous 'practice' quote.
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  • @AllTheSmokeProductions
    @AllTheSmokeProductions  Před 3 lety +2511

    9:25 - Former players turned media, Steve Nash
    18:00 - Being cultural icon
    20:28 - Georgetown, bowling alley incident
    28:00 - John Thompson
    39:20 - 1996 draft, early career in Philadelphia, Larry brown
    54:04 - Battles with the Pacers, winning MVP
    1:00:37 - Vince Carter, Andre Iguodala, Michael Jordan
    1:04:10 - 2001 finals, Kobe & Shaq, Ty Lue story
    1:08:50 - Getting Hall of Fame call in 2016
    1:13:55 - 2020 HOF, KG, Tim Duncan
    1:19:40 - Relationship with Kobe, Top 3 NBA GOATS
    1:26:36 - NBA dress code & Changing the culture, Reebok
    1:31:35 - Favorite rappers, being name dropped
    1:35:20 - NBA bubble, favorite players
    1:41:40 - Current NBA players he wished he could have played with
    1:43:45 - Story behind ‘Practice’

  • @stevebarnes3633
    @stevebarnes3633 Před 3 lety +2460

    I met A.I. in a spot in Cleveland back in the day. It was like 2 in the morning, I walked up on him, introduced myself, told him I was a fan, then I went and sat down. 10 minutes later, waitress brings me a brew and a double of Hennessey. I was like I didn't order this, she said it's on Mr. Iverson. Later that day he gave the Cavs 40💯💯💯 LOVE THAT DUDE STRAIGHT UP✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾💯💯💯❤❤❤

    • @kyledickson8408
      @kyledickson8408 Před 3 lety +70

      That's pretty dope. What was his initial reaction when you told him you was a fan?

    • @stevebarnes3633
      @stevebarnes3633 Před 3 lety +149

      @@kyledickson8408 we dapped up, hugged and he said "Good lookin"

    • @megajames3000
      @megajames3000 Před 3 lety +76

      That’s Some real shit

    • @PowerIsWithin
      @PowerIsWithin Před 3 lety +55

      He seems like a genuine dude

    • @yunglaflare5621
      @yunglaflare5621 Před 3 lety +45

      bruh that's so cool lmfao AI the realest in the NBA of all time imo

  • @jamaltotah7858
    @jamaltotah7858 Před 3 lety +1377

    “You disrespecting God if you think your life ain’t worth sh*t” So true

    • @jdaily2293
      @jdaily2293 Před 3 lety +61

      I don’t even think he realized how powerful what he just said was like he was just talking in passing but that’s an amazing perspective

    • @bikibaws
      @bikibaws Před 3 lety +7

      goosebumps

    • @Derellrassy87
      @Derellrassy87 Před 3 lety +3

      Wow that is so true

    • @geemonty8902
      @geemonty8902 Před 3 lety +7

      That shit hit me bro.

    • @jamaltotah7858
      @jamaltotah7858 Před 3 lety +25

      The sad thing is I’ve felt my life ain’t shit at times but what AI said gave me a new perspective. My favorite player has also become a great person to me.

  • @tovmusic
    @tovmusic Před 3 lety +612

    I feel like AI has been through some serious darkness in his life before and after basketball. His eyes tell many stories. Be grateful for this man for what he did for basketball and sports. He's a genuine and empathetic human being.

    • @dollaphat7338
      @dollaphat7338 Před 3 lety +24

      I watched his Documentary cried like a baby how he was done.

    • @stephenkasputis2502
      @stephenkasputis2502 Před 3 lety +28

      That's probably why he somewhat stutters when he talks. It's like he's trying to find the right words for a message that he wants to be meaningful when he speaks it

    • @Kemidance
      @Kemidance Před 3 lety +3

      Well said 💯

    • @MoreMotionPod
      @MoreMotionPod Před 2 lety +6

      He’s done prison time and is really from the streets.

    • @starrbwoy571
      @starrbwoy571 Před 2 lety +6

      On God..thas my role model

  • @lewis27909
    @lewis27909 Před rokem +71

    AI is a real brother, you can hear it in his voice. He understands how fortunate he is to be in the position he is in. Keep pushing. He may not see my post but AI you a real brother.

  • @dapog
    @dapog Před 3 lety +572

    This is how many blessings AI will receive
    👇🏾

  • @allisterlouison8587
    @allisterlouison8587 Před 3 lety +707

    "We all should be fortunate that Allen Iverson wasn't 6'5" - Kobe "Bean" Bryant

    • @UdaamWright
      @UdaamWright Před 3 lety +21

      I say the same about Nate Robinson, to a lesser degree. A.I. woulda definitely been on Mt. Rushmore, but I say Nate(with size) would’ve been a superstar.

    • @UdaamWright
      @UdaamWright Před 3 lety +2

      Henry 6ryan he’s not on mine PERSONALLY. Won’t argue against it if you got him there. I say he is pound for pound the best ever tho. There’s a few guys I’d take before him in an all-time draft.

    • @igrojikku2212
      @igrojikku2212 Před 3 lety +1

      Was this in his interview on here?

    • @roelzavala8014
      @roelzavala8014 Před 3 lety +3

      I remember when he said that. RIP KOBE

    • @juanjoseperez7602
      @juanjoseperez7602 Před 3 lety +2

      Just imagine A.I. matching toe to toe on low post against Kobe

  • @abel7681
    @abel7681 Před 3 lety +231

    This is the hardest interview I've ever seen, AI is a cold-blooded killer on the court but outside, an even better gentleman. Thank you Matt and Stephen for this, much respect!!!

  • @harlemworld2083
    @harlemworld2083 Před 2 lety +102

    There is nobody like AI. Period. This is OUR champion. Nothing like him before, nothing like him since. Stak is right - he means more to us all than he will ever know. I wish nothing but love, happiness, success and fulfilment for him and his family forever. The realest ever.

  • @rushchax
    @rushchax Před 3 lety +544

    I've bumped into A.I on a shopping mall in Turkey when I was 25 and run up to him starstruck shaking with a cold sweat. Told him he means the world to me and dude straight up hugged me right next to his wife and kid on the stroller.
    I couldnt believe how humble and soft hearted a KILLER can be.
    I'll love you till the end of life Chuck!

    • @octaviousmotley7653
      @octaviousmotley7653 Před 3 lety +20

      Man.. thanks for sharing that story😊✊

    • @keithgarrett6648
      @keithgarrett6648 Před 3 lety +26

      I saw him play twice and shook his hand once when I was kid. Now fast fwd I saw him at the tit bar just standing at the door waiting to go in I ain't know what to say but we kicked it for a min and he sent a bottle over to me

    • @nmessai215
      @nmessai215 Před 3 lety +11

      Yea he’s really humble and cool in person. Back then it was a little different but he really embraces all the love he gets today

    • @Greego
      @Greego Před 3 lety +1

      That's a great story, Man.

    • @bassmanx357
      @bassmanx357 Před 3 lety +4

      He has always been an humble, giving Brutha !!! The GOAT !

  • @thinktank1
    @thinktank1 Před 3 lety +698

    When AI started tearing up when Jack was giving him his flowers and credit for his impact. Respect!💪🏾💪🏾🔥✊🏾

    • @NDGOCHYLD
      @NDGOCHYLD Před 3 lety +15

      He deserves every bit of it.

    • @DjProdigy909
      @DjProdigy909 Před 3 lety +36

      AI is the reason why a lot of us are comfortable in our own skin

    • @tylerraisl3939
      @tylerraisl3939 Před 3 lety +4

      Anybody else taking a poop watching this ?

    • @gravestone93
      @gravestone93 Před 3 lety +1

      @@DjProdigy909 BIG FAX

    • @EyesChinky
      @EyesChinky Před 3 lety +2

      DjProdigy909 couldn’t have said it better. 💯

  • @q-dawwg626
    @q-dawwg626 Před 5 měsíci +5

    Allen Iverson was the most misunderstood NBA player that the league tried to change. And he has ALWAYS been the genuine man and human I've always admired. Better man than player. That says alot, but ppl only judge what they see or perceive. Thank you Allen Iverson aka The Answer

  • @gambo302
    @gambo302 Před 3 lety +65

    I don’t care who your team is, what’s your favorite sport, or whatever… as a human, you have to love AI… dudes so authentic.. and regardless of the negative perception and his mistakes as a young man, he’s an amazing person and one of the most authentic people you’ll ever meet

  • @kidd8291
    @kidd8291 Před 3 lety +758

    “What’s wrong with being you? Everybody else is taken up.” - Chuck

    • @curmidgeon8
      @curmidgeon8 Před 3 lety +12

      Helluva quote

    • @ItsAnEndlessWorld
      @ItsAnEndlessWorld Před 3 lety +11

      Excellent quote and one to live by!

    • @jasonalper9667
      @jasonalper9667 Před 3 lety +13

      Didn't expect him paraphrasing Oscar Wilde's "Be yourself everyone else is already taken."

    • @Michael-vf8sy
      @Michael-vf8sy Před 3 lety +5

      Jason Alper Its A.I quote now

    • @curmidgeon8
      @curmidgeon8 Před 3 lety +8

      @@jasonalper9667 yeah, its one of oscar wildes more famous quotes, but i feel it more coming from AI

  • @a_willy_will4554
    @a_willy_will4554 Před 3 lety +1313

    I’m mad this ain’t trending on CZcams, this is Allen Iverson we’re talking about.

  • @tazmaniantre
    @tazmaniantre Před 3 lety +29

    19:40, “what’s wrong with being you everybody else taken up”-AI . That was a hidden jewel

  • @DarrenMarais
    @DarrenMarais Před 2 lety +39

    Allen Iverson is too damn wise man, loved all the gems learned alot from this interview

  • @tltaybeats464
    @tltaybeats464 Před 3 lety +1252

    yall should really get Brandon Roy he hasn't had a interview bout his career for so long please make this happen

    • @blockbullyrecords5417
      @blockbullyrecords5417 Před 3 lety +23

      He also won championships with Michael Porter Jr

    • @dodgernation5865
      @dodgernation5865 Před 3 lety +10

      Underrated comment

    • @5paris
      @5paris Před 3 lety +34

      Brandon Roy was my favorite player at one point. Must have interview.

    • @killaxkillax
      @killaxkillax Před 3 lety +32

      Please make this happen. I agree. Brandon was FUCKIN NICE!!! ON GOD!!!

    • @katherinelucas8515
      @katherinelucas8515 Před 3 lety +10

      Lot of us here in PDX want to hear how it really went down, too...

  • @jonkitchen3450
    @jonkitchen3450 Před 3 lety +656

    Matt Barnes is becoming a master interviewer!! You can tell he had a million questions/topics to bring up but even when A.I would go off topic or just let his mind take him to whatever place he was in, Matt just let him be organic and let the show flow.. Shout out to all 3 of these cats making this an iconic interview

    • @QueenVL1
      @QueenVL1 Před 3 lety +2

      Absolute facts 💯

    • @gravityfel7896
      @gravityfel7896 Před 3 lety +2

      @BlackBoy Bright lol omg

    • @skitzospielberg
      @skitzospielberg Před 3 lety +4

      Yoo I was just saying Matt got great question like fr and he keeps a float fr and SJ I wish people asked rappers questions like this/ got interviewed like this.. it’s really good man ATS & I AM ATHLETE are my fave pods right now

    • @blkjohnnybravo3506
      @blkjohnnybravo3506 Před 3 lety +3

      Matt one of the best doing it real shit

    • @SoloVision42
      @SoloVision42 Před 3 lety +1

      💯

  • @RealCrypto
    @RealCrypto Před 3 lety +135

    DMX and AI.... 2 of the realest people out there. Love when these guys show you can be great and show your true thoughts and feelings.

  • @kareemaward1505
    @kareemaward1505 Před rokem +10

    Iverson is a cultural icon.
    They never stop rocking the braids.❤

  • @johnpeden2039
    @johnpeden2039 Před 3 lety +871

    "We just lost Kobe, we can't lose you" Real Talk Jack..

    • @isaiahluciano7006
      @isaiahluciano7006 Před 3 lety +27

      This hit home

    • @yusufali2402
      @yusufali2402 Před 3 lety +17

      Realest dude bra we could have we lost them and that era ain’t coming back.

    • @noshotnova2432
      @noshotnova2432 Před 3 lety +3

      S jack also dresses like a 17 year old, easy to see a clown when you know what they look like.

    • @TheKuzuri
      @TheKuzuri Před 3 lety +3

      Whats the time laps

    • @aksyn47
      @aksyn47 Před 2 lety +3

      Real talk

  • @animescenesjpn
    @animescenesjpn Před 3 lety +408

    The way AI started tearing up when Jack was giving him his flowers. One of the realest to do it man that shit was deep.

  • @withalittlehelpfrom3
    @withalittlehelpfrom3 Před 2 lety +38

    Only AI can show the full range of emotions on his face while completely covering his eyes.
    Legend, for that and so many other reasons!

  • @drflexenstein3537
    @drflexenstein3537 Před 2 lety +30

    This is one of the best interviews I have ever watched in my life. Allen Iverson is a legendary figure.

  • @GomChingu
    @GomChingu Před 3 lety +578

    allen iverson seems very at peace like he found himself spiritually.

  • @lachellstallworth3535
    @lachellstallworth3535 Před 3 lety +234

    “You disrespecting God for giving you life if you don’t want to be you”. Now that’s spitting some knowledge AI!! Thanks for that, hope our youngsters listen.

  • @charlesgeter2931
    @charlesgeter2931 Před rokem +28

    Thank you Matt and Steve for giving this man his real props. The conviction that you both share with him to honor him goes a long way for all of us. I hope anyone watching this sees Men Lifting Men! A.I. deserves all of this! Great episode!!

  • @thethinkingstone9248
    @thethinkingstone9248 Před 3 lety +45

    AI never gets the credit that he deserves simply for not winning a championship. He possibly the best point guard EVER! What an amazing human being.

    • @alexgalarza6908
      @alexgalarza6908 Před 3 lety +2

      You shouldn't get as much credit if u didn't win though lol. And the best point guard of all time was Magix Johnson, stop getting caught up in the moment

    • @dennisgoodwin9046
      @dennisgoodwin9046 Před 2 lety +3

      @@alexgalarza6908 i respect ur viewpoint but i dissagree. Magic is only considered the best cuz we won championships. AI at one point Nd time had the 2nd best playoff point average of all time. MJ being the first at that time. Now other ppl have since beat that, making AI i think 6th or 7th. But stats wise, AI beats magic in certain categories with no help. Magic had help. Ai had more points per average over his career. With only 8 more games played. Yes Magic hsd better stats in assists fg percentage and other statd. Ai only led in points. But ai had no help. Magic did so he could pass more. Apples to oranges tbh

    • @deepdirt
      @deepdirt Před 2 lety +1

      Allen Iverson was a shooting guard. So he was known for his scoring not his facilitating. And I’d say he’s in top 3 for sg maybe top 5.
      1.MJ
      2.Kobe
      3.prob D Wade if I’m being honest
      4 AI

    • @JK-br1mu
      @JK-br1mu Před rokem

      He wasn't a point guard, just a small shooting guard. Or if you want to call him a point guard, he was one of the worst ever. 6 assists per game

  • @SPORTSREACTIONS
    @SPORTSREACTIONS Před 3 lety +1796

    This is how many people want to see Dave Chapelle on this show talkin' sports and life

    • @phishtix452
      @phishtix452 Před 3 lety +20

      Dave Chappelle would be fun because they would fire back. I think darkness would appreciate that

    • @santiagovasquez3768
      @santiagovasquez3768 Před 3 lety +5

      Oh my god!! You just hit it in head!! @Davechapelle!

    • @cassieschneidee2033
      @cassieschneidee2033 Před 3 lety +4

      The world needs that energy for sure!

    • @Newmoneyboyz1
      @Newmoneyboyz1 Před 3 lety +3

      I hope they get him

    • @1610mlk
      @1610mlk Před 3 lety +3

      One word EPIC

  • @kburces
    @kburces Před rokem +29

    AI is straight up one of the most inspiring human beings on top of being one of the most inspirational basketball players I’ve ever seen before. Listening to him makes you feel like you know him because the empathy that comes out of this man is supreme. Nothing but love AI! You inspire me to live my life in the moment. One Love ❤

  • @tonyt7109
    @tonyt7109 Před 2 lety +23

    This dude right here did it his way he was true to his fans & people who weren't AI fans or fans of the sport in which he played or just people in general because he was 1st & foremost true to himself he never pretended to be someone or something he wasn't he knew that the best way to walk through life was to walk in the best version of himself @ all times & for that I admire, respect & love about that brother.

  • @mlemarcel
    @mlemarcel Před 3 lety +613

    They ain’t talk over him or nothin. They led him to where he would get his shit off and let him go. That’s great interviewing.

    • @louis2k18
      @louis2k18 Před 3 lety +24

      And it’s great chemistry between them

    • @gravityfel7896
      @gravityfel7896 Před 3 lety +26

      Matt and Stack definitely improving. And they were already great to begin with!

    • @garrettc8490
      @garrettc8490 Před 3 lety +12

      Excellent observation!

    • @abrahambeltran
      @abrahambeltran Před 3 lety +16

      Yeahman their interview style is so smooth but also attentive. They’re there to elevate their guest instead of trying to give themselves the shine. It’s beautiful. Can’t wait to jump in the archives and peep more episodes. Much love to these brothers for creating a beautiful environment for conversations like this to take place. 👌😌❤️

    • @UBeesh10
      @UBeesh10 Před 3 lety +1

      Real talk

  • @jrdancy
    @jrdancy Před 3 lety +423

    I'm 30 years old and With Kobe being gone, this is the interview my generation needed

    • @proseminded
      @proseminded Před 3 lety +6

      Well said! We still have AI and that's a blessing

    • @skrillaskee472
      @skrillaskee472 Před 3 lety +9

      Factz..get my man Steve francis up there

    • @TDMediaGroup
      @TDMediaGroup Před 3 lety +5

      @@skrillaskee472 Stevie Franchise was a beast... And as quite as its kept, he got robbed in the Slam Dunk Contest vs Vince Carter.

    • @TheSchenck21
      @TheSchenck21 Před 3 lety +1

      Born in 89! Yessir!

    • @andrealong8545
      @andrealong8545 Před 3 lety +5

      I’m 36 and been with AI since day one. We for sure needed this. People’s perception of him is so messed up. You can feel his feelings in your soul. 💙

  • @edwardchau5818
    @edwardchau5818 Před 3 lety +16

    AI is a real one. You can hear it in the way he talks, his heart is not just warn on his sleeve, but his being.

  • @jefflebowski4287
    @jefflebowski4287 Před 3 lety +48

    Loved when jack told chuck how much he’s meant to all of us. It’s huge.

  • @Howdidhenotseeme
    @Howdidhenotseeme Před 3 lety +633

    Iverson never hates on the new generation of hoopers like all these old heads. He appreciates the Steph’s Lebron’s Kd’s of the world, which I respect

    • @blogginsriverbymnl48isabop86
      @blogginsriverbymnl48isabop86 Před 3 lety +25

      A true bball fan

    • @dmxisbetterthantupac6528
      @dmxisbetterthantupac6528 Před 3 lety +18

      Ai would blend in just fine

    • @ojoj5194
      @ojoj5194 Před 3 lety +10

      I think all those players couples really hav a good relationship like bros but cuz of the media and psycho fans..nothing goin to change and its SAD!! peace from Monte Carlo

    • @RoeLuv1
      @RoeLuv1 Před 3 lety +10

      These dudes all had AI on their walls growing up. It’s gotta be trippy when they find out that he digs Their game

    • @MikevsMazz
      @MikevsMazz Před 3 lety +7

      Well he played early in Lebron's career too

  • @joshualoreto3025
    @joshualoreto3025 Před 3 lety +373

    "We can't lose you... we lost kobe but we can't lose you." My eyes started watering.

  • @kanjimatsunaga8580
    @kanjimatsunaga8580 Před rokem +14

    Nothing but positivity and AL IS THE REALIST. Killer on the court and gentleman off . He’s been thru sooo much but GRACIOUS AND HUMBLE IS WHAT HE IS REMEMBERED FOR as a man and LEGENDARY as a basketball player. THANK YOU MR IVERSON FOR YOUR PURPOSE YOU FULFILLED IT. 🔥🖤

  • @Top_o_da_foodDChain
    @Top_o_da_foodDChain Před 3 lety +27

    How can you not have nothin but love for this man, AI! The realist NBA player ever!

  • @GreyMann2
    @GreyMann2 Před 3 lety +290

    This was a therapy session for Allen Iverson. I have never heard him vent for this long.

    • @kevinbrown3930
      @kevinbrown3930 Před 3 lety +9

      I feel this comment

    • @MK-kk8ml
      @MK-kk8ml Před 3 lety +4

      Haven’t heard him vent like this since Stephen A Smith Quite Frankly interview

  • @bhny8747
    @bhny8747 Před 3 lety +903

    If AI dont cry during your interview you didn’t interview Allen Iverson

  • @christiankarlkarganilla2763

    You know you're an all-time great coach when you tell your star player who's in his physical prime that you'll kick his ass even when you practically a senior citizen. Larry Brown is one of the most underrated coaches ever.

  • @dutchhoopers1501
    @dutchhoopers1501 Před 3 lety +17

    Bro on god AI one of the realest most sincere dude ever how could anybody ever hate on this man...

  • @gregoryldismukes
    @gregoryldismukes Před 3 lety +497

    A.I started crying he didnt expect the love that Jack gave him.

  • @FupaDoncic
    @FupaDoncic Před 3 lety +457

    He started the sleeve trend. Anybody who rocks one today is a ode to him

    • @KingKosta89
      @KingKosta89 Před 3 lety +11

      Facts

    • @dwaynevega8637
      @dwaynevega8637 Před 3 lety +47

      Naw fr..I used to cut the foot part off of my tube sock and create my own sleeve lmao

    • @a1_soicy416
      @a1_soicy416 Před 3 lety +29

      He is the real Trend Setter of the NBA, not only for the Black Culture but for the world. Style, tattoos, hip hop, being yourself... Amongst lots of other things, he started all that💯

    • @cavsfan5236
      @cavsfan5236 Před 3 lety +34

      Sleeves, tattoos, headbands, braids all of it!!!

    • @drew5200
      @drew5200 Před 3 lety +7

      Facts!!!!!!!!!!! NBA legend wit the ink

  • @yuribcredle
    @yuribcredle Před 2 lety +18

    My second time watching this but when Stack said we need you dawg we can’t lose you. We just lost Kobe.
    Tears came to my eyes

  • @kenyelsboxingtalk
    @kenyelsboxingtalk Před 3 lety +201

    A.I. is so emotional, he’s been through so much. I’m so happy the legend is doing well and we can give him his flowers while he’s here.

    • @ishmaelm1932
      @ishmaelm1932 Před 3 lety +3

      Poor fella is an alcoholic. That's what that shit does to you

    • @IAmSeanPain
      @IAmSeanPain Před 3 lety +2

      Ishmael Moh I think he from the bottom and has a real good heart, in this crazy world. It will have you like that

    • @ishmaelm1932
      @ishmaelm1932 Před 3 lety

      @B. O.
      He has that beer face. The bloated look on face

    • @larrydavid3114
      @larrydavid3114 Před 3 lety

      Ishmael Moh He is a known alcoholic. He actually sound drunk during this interview. No disrespect intended.

    • @AB_Seymour
      @AB_Seymour Před 3 lety +6

      @@ishmaelm1932 It's not alcohol that's making him emotional, Iverson has always worn his heart on his sleeve and is an emotional person amongst those that he has real love for. He also recently lost his college coach and mentor which is why he was emotional when his name came up. Coming from someone who has family/friends that know AI but also from someone who is an actual fan of A.I. Sure he drinks but he has always been an emotional person. You were just looking to be negative.

  • @scottiekickz1904
    @scottiekickz1904 Před 3 lety +344

    Other than the “Kobe” interview, this is definitely going to be the most watched episode. BOUT TIME GUYS!!!💯🙌🏽💪🏽🙏🏾

    • @rayj1013
      @rayj1013 Před 3 lety +14

      Kobe AI and Unk are top 3.

    • @gspskeezy93
      @gspskeezy93 Před 3 lety +9

      Yeah Shay Shay Definitely in there

    • @vishnuprakash81
      @vishnuprakash81 Před 3 lety

      Shay shay up there

    • @omargutierrez8840
      @omargutierrez8840 Před 3 lety

      I stopped watching nba and just watch ufc now but ive been hooked on these shows! KG, Kobe, and jamie foxx have been my fav and ive been waiting for this one for a looong time!

    • @MrMoore-xi7pu
      @MrMoore-xi7pu Před 3 lety

      🚫 🧢❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️

  • @cutielovelypinkie
    @cutielovelypinkie Před 2 lety +26

    I love Allen Iverson so much ❤️❤️ ! Unapologetically himself, on and off the court, still inspiring people to be themselves, while being pounds for pounds, the greatest to ever played the game of basketball 🏀 !

  • @leonardwhyte7004
    @leonardwhyte7004 Před 3 lety +26

    I love this guy. Look up the word "REAL" in the dictionary and you'll see a picture of AI. Truly one of the greatest to play this game at his position. The NBA owes him a lot and vise versa.

  • @codylew4192
    @codylew4192 Před 3 lety +672

    Seeing black men unafraid to say they love and admire each other on a public platform warms my heart

    • @celf994
      @celf994 Před 3 lety +21

      Shut up

    • @tyresecrockett7651
      @tyresecrockett7651 Před 3 lety +14

      Facts. But not even as black people or men, as people we should be able to do still

    • @dontebuchanan828
      @dontebuchanan828 Před 3 lety +5

      Cody Lew literally think about this for weeks. We gotta keep showing each other this cuz that moment spoke volumes across the world!!!

    • @rashadwalker8218
      @rashadwalker8218 Před 3 lety +7

      @@celf994 what was the whole point of that??

    • @Derellrassy87
      @Derellrassy87 Před 3 lety +7

      What's with this race thing shut up for real, did you even watch the interview it's not about race and never has been, It's good vs evil

  • @japslapr
    @japslapr Před 2 lety +9

    The biggest heart I've ever seen... the giant among giants... absolutely love this human being. Proud to say we came up in the same area.

  • @saleemmuhammad6470
    @saleemmuhammad6470 Před 3 lety +4

    Allen Iverson pound for pound the greatest baketballplayer ever, point blank!!! Show time all the time!!

  • @5MikeMurray
    @5MikeMurray Před 3 lety +385

    I’m 41 years old born and raised in Philly. When we got AI in 1996 I was just going into my senior year of high school and basketball was life. The impact he had on my city and the impact we had on him is why that man still resides there and will never pay for a meal in Philadelphia. We love you AI. Thank you. The most famous Philly sports athlete of all time. Salute King 👑 ✊🏾

    • @montbrink4700
      @montbrink4700 Před 3 lety +18

      The man that got y'all a championship Moses Malone is from the same area as Chuck.... 757 7 cities VA...... WE BREED LEGENDS

    • @5MikeMurray
      @5MikeMurray Před 3 lety +12

      Moses from Petersburg not Tidewater like AI from. Same state different areas. I know all about Moses and I’m a Virginia State University alumni. I’m hip to the whole 804 and 757.

    • @_unclecharles_
      @_unclecharles_ Před 3 lety +16

      facts!!! i was in 5th grade and that dude brought a whole new energy to the city. he was the only player whose sneakers i wanted besides Jordan's

    • @saad19140
      @saad19140 Před 3 lety +7

      Uncle Charles same here. I was in 5th grade this girl walked in with the white and red ones. I said I need those. Got the blue ones not the red.

    • @montbrink4700
      @montbrink4700 Před 3 lety +2

      @@5MikeMurray Southampton county he from the 757 he just went to Petersburg High but he from South Hampton

  • @jan279
    @jan279 Před 3 lety +160

    "I can be in a room with somebody working at McDonald's or somebody that's on a Fortune 500 list, and imma treat them the same way." - Allen Iverson
    #RESPECT

    • @dsamuels4373
      @dsamuels4373 Před 3 lety

      It can be argued that Allen Iverson is culturally the most influential basketball player of all time.

  • @williamkim6275
    @williamkim6275 Před 2 lety +14

    What an honor to watch this interview. AI was the man in my era with Kobe and Shaq. Bless Bubba Chuck 100.

  • @AbujosephHasanfalerofreedom

    THIS MUSLIM LOVES STEPHEN JACKSON , MATT BARNS, AND ALLEN IVERSON! GOOD TALK, YOU BROTHERS INSPIRED ME BEING OLDER THEN YOU BROTHERS! MAY ALLAH CONTINUE TO BLESS YOUR FAMILIES AND YOURSELVES! AL HAMDULLILLAH! (ALL PRAISES TO ALLAH) NYC, HOMEGROWN!

  • @jontegraham7739
    @jontegraham7739 Před 3 lety +270

    This is how you interview a Legend ..allowed AI to vent without being uninterrupted!

    • @SoloVision42
      @SoloVision42 Před 3 lety +3

      Facts

    • @mtuktuk9627
      @mtuktuk9627 Před 3 lety +3

      So they interuppted them all the time?

    • @iamidnight9731
      @iamidnight9731 Před 3 lety +6

      Them one of the reasons this is one of the best podcasts out there.

    • @Greego
      @Greego Před 3 lety +5

      Right! I was saying the same thing when I first listened to this. I was just waiting for one of them to interrupt AI but they just kept allowing him to speak uninterrupted. I was like "they are doing this interview perfectly."

    • @coolmoe4230
      @coolmoe4230 Před 3 lety

      I’m sayin!!

  • @xXC0deZer0Xx
    @xXC0deZer0Xx Před 3 lety +135

    Jack: "You mean alot to us, we can't loose you, we just lost Kobe, were gonna give you all the flowers in the world right NOW..."
    That statement was so well said! Broke me down, couldn't hold back the tears... This man has done so much for the culture. Love you A.I.

    • @thegoatmane2715
      @thegoatmane2715 Před 3 lety +5

      Being how kobe died & how soon hurt the community bad but if ai passed(hope no time soon) might effect more ppl on & off the court then kobe. Kinda scary to think about.

    • @thegoat3153
      @thegoat3153 Před 3 lety +6

      Im glad jack said that after allen said how he could die today and be himself over again. you can tell ai goin thru somethin. prayers up for him 🙏

    • @tylerraisl3939
      @tylerraisl3939 Před 3 lety

      Im taking a huge dump

    • @henryjohnson6720
      @henryjohnson6720 Před 3 lety +1

      FACTS! One love to A.I.

    • @tylerraisl3939
      @tylerraisl3939 Před 3 lety

      @@henryjohnson6720 2 love yo ..str8 up n down homie

  • @klmp1210
    @klmp1210 Před 3 lety +19

    This a man is the perfect example of having faith and applying work effect along with it. Humility is flowing threw him. I see why he's blessed in this world. Salute AI.

  • @jakeb3055
    @jakeb3055 Před 2 lety +15

    AI talking about friendship and giving to them out of the heart, that’s so real and true. This dude is really an honest person.

  • @Pizzle0529
    @Pizzle0529 Před 3 lety +292

    “What’s wrong with being you?” That’s deep

    • @ChavaSaraa
      @ChavaSaraa Před 3 lety +3

      Felt that in my soul! AI👑💯

    • @TheExclusiveOne720
      @TheExclusiveOne720 Před 3 lety

      The only people that make comments like that are typically those filled with demons, got a nice resume of dumb ass choices and always wants a pass for doing stupid shit & are afraid to change to be BETTER
      imma keep BOLD for ya

    • @offdoff2418
      @offdoff2418 Před 3 lety +4

      He’s hurting.. we love him!!

    • @chriscintron8283
      @chriscintron8283 Před 3 lety +2

      that one hit me hard!
      love AI

    • @jeremiahwilliams7630
      @jeremiahwilliams7630 Před 3 lety +4

      TheExclusiveOne720 What’s Wrong With People having demons and overcoming them at that, you probably got undercover demons you don’t want People to know about and see.

  • @ChiseledAdonis
    @ChiseledAdonis Před 3 lety +2466

    AI really wears his heart on his sleeve man. Homie just wanna be happy & live life to the fullest. Truly an icon but despite all that what matters most to him is happiness. You take take away the fame, you can take away the money, you can take away his legacy... But the one thing you can't touch is that brother's happiness.

    • @Jetanium
      @Jetanium Před 3 lety +60

      That’s the thing, you can’t take away his legacy. He is the modern NBA.

    • @Pyrogully
      @Pyrogully Před 3 lety +28

      That's a fact. He a real one. Authentic. Just do what he do the best way he do it.

    • @PMKru
      @PMKru Před 3 lety +4

      MY GEE YOU WATCH THESE?? DOPE

    • @MrAD2406
      @MrAD2406 Před 3 lety +10

      His heart is made of gold

    • @mjathisbestandteachingskil6980
      @mjathisbestandteachingskil6980 Před 3 lety +7

      Love him real cool dude real💯

  • @tahjimahaji2453
    @tahjimahaji2453 Před 3 lety +48

    This is deadass one of the best interviews I have ever watched on my life ! Love the game fr man may the universe bless all of y’all. Legendary 💯

  • @satrialesporkstore7889
    @satrialesporkstore7889 Před 2 lety +3

    Bus: Rolls over A.I.'s ankle.
    God: Nah, you ain't doing that.

  • @williamwatsoniii3895
    @williamwatsoniii3895 Před 3 lety +296

    “What’s wrong with being you?” The most powerful thing I’ve heard in a while

    • @jamesrage1717
      @jamesrage1717 Před 3 lety +2

      💯

    • @himmyhendrix845
      @himmyhendrix845 Před 3 lety

      A tad cliche

    • @jwst8
      @jwst8 Před 3 lety +1

      man, if you think that's super powerful, you need to read up a little bit.. shiiit

    • @jwst8
      @jwst8 Před 3 lety

      @Big Slices you're right.. i always forget how most ppl are shallow and simple..

    • @UseABurner
      @UseABurner Před 3 lety +1

      @@jwst8 it’s moreso who that “simple” phrase came from. Iverson was the man that allowed many young black men to feel okay with being unapologetically self expressive in multiple ways coming up. He took the brunt of most of the criticism, profiling, and hate right in front of us- stood up and still wreaked havoc on the league with high level play. Then outside of “race” he paved a way for smaller guards or smaller players to be dominant in general.
      So yes, “What’s wrong with being you?” means everything coming from someone who had to answer this question to himself every-time someone publicly tried to change him at each step.
      Weirdo.

  • @jaysmoove6442
    @jaysmoove6442 Před 3 lety +165

    "Everybody in a hurry for 2021... U ain't promised tomorrow"
    Ppl get upset and start taking life itself for granted

    • @chiefs816kc
      @chiefs816kc Před 3 lety +2

      Great point Jarrel. I hate when folks say "can't wait for this day to be over." Tomorrow isn't promised and you better enjoy today.

    • @wilmeradams7960
      @wilmeradams7960 Před 3 lety +1

      Lord knows my heart is just like his when it comes to love I always love my so called friends hardest and never got it back even from family

    • @zakiyyahwady-frye7989
      @zakiyyahwady-frye7989 Před 3 lety

      Best part

  • @SAYWHATSREALWILL
    @SAYWHATSREALWILL Před 2 lety +9

    A.I a real one man. A true legend walking this earth and a great soul.

  • @mariog2985
    @mariog2985 Před 3 lety +10

    The reallest show I've ever watched right here. Iverson is one of those dudes that makes you come at him correct with no fake shit type of guy. Nothing but mad respect

  • @officialbl0336
    @officialbl0336 Před 3 lety +357

    Bruh i clicked this with Lightning speed !!

  • @IFreshhx
    @IFreshhx Před 3 lety +47

    Allen Iverson the 2pac of basketball!!! Appreciate him while he’s here

  • @DelmarPangilinan
    @DelmarPangilinan Před 3 lety +16

    AI is my hero!! When i started playing basketball back then we was my inspiration.
    Nothing but respect for him!

  • @zoesh2441
    @zoesh2441 Před 2 lety +2

    Yo AI gotta me the most genuine, loving, humble, cool ass SUPERSTAR ever. A hood nigga who beat the odds. Legend. Salute

  • @ceedash9326
    @ceedash9326 Před 3 lety +198

    Iverson changed the NBA swagger game 4 ever

    • @nettyballball497
      @nettyballball497 Před 3 lety +5

      Damn I just said dat!!! Cultural icon!!!✊🏿💯

    • @macewbee
      @macewbee Před 3 lety +1

      True they put zone defense in the nba.

    • @cynthiajones6939
      @cynthiajones6939 Před 3 lety +1

      Especially after he stepped over Ty Lue

    • @tkkirkland4113
      @tkkirkland4113 Před 3 lety

      Ti and Ai remind me of each other

    • @TheExclusiveOne720
      @TheExclusiveOne720 Před 3 lety

      That's fine, all the players that followed him NEVER won anything relevant

  • @aLLeY_hOOpZ
    @aLLeY_hOOpZ Před 3 lety +242

    I like how they just let AI go off on his tangents and don’t interrupt, let him go

    • @ltcuffey
      @ltcuffey Před 3 lety +14

      good interviewers.....unlike vlad.

    • @KidBowsur
      @KidBowsur Před 3 lety +10

      That's what makes this such a good podcast

    • @jermaineblalock5553
      @jermaineblalock5553 Před 3 lety +8

      It was annoying but definitely it was the respect factor

    • @rodgerhughes8802
      @rodgerhughes8802 Před 3 lety +7

      He said soo much REAL shit

    • @kaihamasaki9307
      @kaihamasaki9307 Před 3 lety +15

      @@jermaineblalock5553 how is that annoying. This is why this podcast is so great, matt and stack really know how to just let the guest talk and never try and interrupt anyone they're interviewing.

  • @jeremydavis7321
    @jeremydavis7321 Před 2 lety +6

    This interview needs to have way more views. This is one of the best basketball interviews in the last quarter century

  • @qarsiq
    @qarsiq Před 2 lety +11

    i love how you all let AI spill his truth, and release. love it. ya'll keep doing what you doing, we see you!

  • @bryantworthing2215
    @bryantworthing2215 Před 3 lety +68

    IVERSON IS A BASKETBALL GOD. He speaks spiritually.

    • @noelherns6002
      @noelherns6002 Před 3 lety +1

      Stop it. Ur letting every one get the secret they dont deserve tge competitive drive stay blessed

  • @OfficialMacLowe
    @OfficialMacLowe Před 3 lety +109

    Matt so cold with this interview shit bro! he seems to naturally have that balance down, between allowing the person to talk, and steering them back to the point naturally. if they answer and take it in a different direction he goes with them without losing where he was trying to get originally. never feels forced. and i say naturally but i KNOW he put work into the craft. makes it seem effortless. salute

    • @Lee_Forre
      @Lee_Forre Před 3 lety +4

      Barnes has become a very good interviewer, you're right

    • @cassieschneidee2033
      @cassieschneidee2033 Před 3 lety +7

      He’s a people person. Natural authentic curiosity. Soul seeker. People judge his past reactions-not the fuel of his sauce.

    • @kalithechamp1412
      @kalithechamp1412 Před 3 lety +3

      Facts, he got so good.. I always thought he was reserved as an analyst in the sports shows. But this show proved he was reserved for many other reasons outside of skill, ill tell you that much. And I’m proud of stak. Matt has always been great but the growth in the og in this media game has been amazing to watch

    • @therealflamelit
      @therealflamelit Před 3 lety +4

      He is a people person but step wrong and he will beat dat ass lol He is LIT -

    • @David_R922
      @David_R922 Před 3 lety

      @Qill Waters Matt went to UCLA for 4 years and journeyed around the NBA. He's definitely has book smarts.

  • @BishopM1
    @BishopM1 Před 3 lety +12

    18:46 pure facts. AI we love you bro. You gave the hood confidence. You helped us embrace ourselves. You changed the culture, we appreciate and love you so much brother. Take that to heart. Rs.

  • @karentoneyjazzi
    @karentoneyjazzi Před 2 lety +6

    To this day I love ALLEN IVERSON. He is so real and down to earth. My God continue to cover him.

  • @EddiePReacts
    @EddiePReacts Před 3 lety +285

    Iverson wears his heart on his sleeve. He's vulnerable, wise, and humble. You love to see it.

    • @rosilynmakeba1092
      @rosilynmakeba1092 Před 3 lety +3

      YESSS!
      And, fellas, _that's_ the most _attractive,_ and, _dare I say,_ *sexiest* thing in the world to a good woman!
      .......but, that's just me🖤
      #sensitivityissexy

    • @asiajackson1550
      @asiajackson1550 Před 3 lety

      Facts, nobody like him to play the game 🙏🏽🧡

    • @merryweather5926
      @merryweather5926 Před 3 lety +1

      @@asiajackson1550 overrated, dumbness and more dumbness is over son’s career as he is broke now plus he probably would do stupid shit to go in jail and get a life sentence

    • @beverelyharris3970
      @beverelyharris3970 Před 3 lety +2

      @@rosilynmakeba1092 I agree love me some allen Iverson the coolest dude ever

    • @rosilynmakeba1092
      @rosilynmakeba1092 Před 3 lety +1

      @@beverelyharris3970 😉😁

  • @relatablepain4347
    @relatablepain4347 Před 3 lety +147

    This man symbolizes the struggle... I will forever respect A.I. for not being afraid of who he was and making the world accept him for just that!!! Never compromise what you are for ANYONE!!!

  • @dhackdaddymac
    @dhackdaddymac Před 11 měsíci +1

    Rick “pretty boy” fox 😂😂😂

  • @michaelweis4793
    @michaelweis4793 Před rokem +6

    I watch this interview way to often as a troubled kid AI always made me feel like it was cool to express yourself was never afraid to cry or show love and respect. AI gonna be my goat forever.

  • @LT684
    @LT684 Před 3 lety +183

    Stephen had me when he said to AI that we can't lose him and we already lost KB24. That hit hard and I don't know how to act if we lose another cultural icon.

  • @UserCalledQuest
    @UserCalledQuest Před 3 lety +143

    The "Answer" is the best nickname ever.

  • @codeman3788
    @codeman3788 Před 2 lety +7

    probably 3 of the most intelligent men i've had the pleasure of hearing a conversation for, matt barnes is insanely perceptive not just on basketball but even social issues and describing the challenges so many different people workforces endure.

  • @letmeputasmileonyourface6021

    AI talks with all his heart! That's a true legend!

  • @MentLeee
    @MentLeee Před 3 lety +220

    Damn Matt Barnes played with everybody lmao

    • @alexescutia4805
      @alexescutia4805 Před 3 lety +6

      He did 😂

    • @bikescarsandeverythinginbe7309
      @bikescarsandeverythinginbe7309 Před 3 lety +21

      The Kevin bacon of basketball

    • @nubuk310
      @nubuk310 Před 3 lety

      @@bikescarsandeverythinginbe7309 🤣🤣🤣👍🏾

    • @dantejones5289
      @dantejones5289 Před 2 lety +2

      At least he played!😀

    • @aw2584
      @aw2584 Před 2 lety +1

      Well he was selected 2nd round in 2002, sent straight to G League... and from that point he changed teams 13 times (THIRTEEN TIMES)... lets just say he wasnt exactly any franchises' centerpiece LMAO if you ever played MyGM or MyLeague or whatever in 2k, he the type of a plsyer you add to a trade to add value to it so you can get that desired guy or draft pick youre aiming for 😀

  • @rnarine89
    @rnarine89 Před 3 lety +279

    Matt “talk to us about” Barnes

  • @djnelboogiebx1_1966
    @djnelboogiebx1_1966 Před 2 lety +12

    Thank you to Matt & STAX's for an awesome podcast. Y'all the real MVP's 💪🏾

  • @jwhite1202
    @jwhite1202 Před 2 lety +8

    This was a great interview. I will always have love for AI. I came up in the Jordan era, but I seriously respect a dude maybe 5’10” 160 lbs who went to the hole like he was 6’8” 250 lbs night in and night out. Matt and Jacks are great interviewers. I just found this podcast, but I am now a fan.

  • @louis2k18
    @louis2k18 Před 3 lety +105

    They interviews be so genuine, like they don’t even know it’s a camera and that’s why it’s the #1 podcast out rn

  • @whoodyGPonder-fj6hq
    @whoodyGPonder-fj6hq Před 3 lety +70

    “96” Is the Best draft class ever💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾💯💯💯💯

  • @zayidm3218
    @zayidm3218 Před 2 lety +5

    I bet they had to edit a lot of tears in this video. This one made my heart smile. Much love and respect to AI.

  • @DamoTrueLeo
    @DamoTrueLeo Před 2 lety +9

    AI always one of the greatest in my eyes. He shows the love that needs to be shown with respect. #Respect

  • @wheatkings02
    @wheatkings02 Před 3 lety +261

    133 dislikes =- 133 people got crossed over by AI -Edit 306

  • @xtina2189
    @xtina2189 Před 3 lety +238

    I think Sprewell would be an interesting interview.