The National Basketball Association It has been characterized by paying tribute to the different stars who left their mark on each of the franchises. Each team has its own way of doing this, whether through a commemorative ceremony, the unveiling of a sculpture, or the retirement of the jersey they wore during their stay. In this opportunity, Philadelphia 76ers He will do the same with one of the great basketball players who defended the jersey for 12 seasons. Is about Allen Iversonthe mythical number three.
Sixersannounced on the morning of Friday, March 1, that the guard member of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame In 2016, he will become the 10th player in team history honored with a sculpture at the team’s training complex in Camden, New Jersey.
Philadelphia 76ers will reveal the sculpture of Allen Iverson during a ceremony that will take place on March 12. In addition, they will also organize a special celebration before the start of the game against Brooklyn Nets two days later, in Wells Fargo Center.
The sculpture of “The Answer”will join 76ers legends Charles Barkley, Wilt Chamberlain, Maurice Cheeks, Billy Cunningham, Julius Erving, Hal Greer, Bobby Jones, Moses Malone and Dolph Schayes, throughout the 76ers Legends Walk at Penn Medicine Philadelphia 76ers Training Complex.
Allen Iverson among the best of the Philadelphia 76ers
The emblematic player of the 76ers ranks among the top five in franchise history in total three-pointers made (first), points (second), steals (second), free throws made (second), minutes played (second), field goals made (third ) and assists (third). His point total (19,931) as a Sixer is second only to Hall of Famer Hal Greer (21,586). Furthermore, in 1996-97 he set rookie franchise records for total points (1,787), field goals made (625) and three-point field goals made (155).
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In addition, Allen Iverson He also holds the franchise record for all-time 30-point games (303) and 40-point games (76), while ranking second in all-time 50-point games (10), behind only Wilt Chamberlain. (eleven). Data from the Philadelphia 76ers NBA website.
Team owners grateful to Iverson
Meanwhile, franchise owners Josh Harris and David Blitzer commented on the opening ceremony. “The Answer” In a note published in the Philadelphia 76ers page. «Allen Iverson “He is one of the greatest 76ers who ever lived and one of the most iconic players in NBA history, and we are thrilled to honor his achievements with a well-deserved sculpture on Legends Walk.”they indicated proudly.
“Paying tribute to the legends who paved the way for our franchise is not only the right thing to do, it is an incredible source of inspiration for the current and future generations of 76ers players and staff who enter our training complex every day. As well as for the children of the city of Philadelphia and in general. We look forward to celebrating Allen’s legacy on April 12.”the owners continued.
Finally, the person in charge of creating the Iverson sculpture is Chad Fisher, who was also in charge of giving life to the other figures in the past. In addition, his work is recognized beyond basketball, after creating multiple sculptures for the Chicago Bears (NFL).
2024-03-02 01:59:36
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