NBA legend Allen Iverson is opening up about a powerful new chapter in his life.
During a recent interview on CBS Mornings with Maurice DuBois, the former Philadelphia 76ers star revealed that he has been six months sober, calling the milestone “one of the best decisions I ever made in my life.”
The 11-time All-Star shared that sobriety has transformed more than just his relationship with alcohol. “It’s changed everything — how I think, how I move, how I treat people, and how I treat myself,” Iverson said.
Throughout his Hall of Fame career, Iverson was both celebrated and criticized — praised as a cultural icon who redefined basketball swagger, yet scrutinized for his off-court struggles.
Reports over the years tied the superstar to battles with alcohol and gambling, along with the pressure that came from living under an unrelenting spotlight.
Perhaps no moment symbolized that tension more than his infamous 2002 “practice” press conference — a viral rant that has lived on in NBA history. Though rumors swirled for years that Iverson was intoxicated during that appearance, he has denied those claims, insisting the emotional outburst stemmed from grief over the recent death of a close friend.
Now, at 50, Iverson is taking back control of his narrative. He’s currently promoting two new projects — a memoir titled Misunderstood and an upcoming Amazon Prime documentary, Allen Iv3rson — both of which chronicle his rise, his struggles, and his ongoing journey toward peace.
“I’ve made a lot of mistakes, but I’ve learned from every one of them,” Iverson said. “This isn’t about basketball anymore — it’s about becoming a better man, father, and friend.”