Allen Iverson

Report: Allen Iverson facing alcohol, gambling problems

Multiple NBA sources say Allen Iverson is facing alcohol and gambling issues that have derailed his career and threaten his post-basketball well-being, Stephen A. Smith of the Philadelphia Inquirer reports in a column published Monday.

Allen Iverson's Wife Seeks Divorce

Allen Iverson and the Sixers parted ways on Tuesday, and most assumed that the time spent dealing with his young daughter's illness was the primary reason. While that still may be the case, it turns out that there are additional personal issues that likely factored into that decision.

Allen Iverson Accepts Philadelphia 76ers Contract Offer

ESPN Reports: Allen Iverson informed the Philadelphia 76ers Wednesday morning that he will accept their one-year, non-guaranteed offer. The contract is for a pro-rated veteran's minimum of $1.3 million. "In light of the recent injury to Lou Williams, which will sideline him for close to eight weeks, we felt that Allen was the best available free agent guard to help us at this time," team president Ed Stefanski said. Team officials met face-to-face with Iverson and his representatives for nearly two hours Monday.