Early Life and Education of Allen Iverson: A Complete Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Allen Iverson. A timeline of key moments.

Allen Iverson, nicknamed "The Answer," is a retired American professional basketball player who played 14 seasons in the NBA. Primarily a shooting guard and point guard, he was named NBA Rookie of the Year in 1997 with the Philadelphia 76ers. Iverson was an 11-time NBA All-Star, earning All-Star Game MVP honors twice, and was the NBA's MVP in 2001. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2016 and named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team in 2021. Regarded as one of basketball's greatest scorers and ball handlers, Iverson is considered one of the most influential athletes in American sports.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

June 7, 1975: Allen Iverson Born

On June 7, 1975, Allen Ezail Iverson was born. He later became a professional basketball player known as "The Answer".

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1979: Birth of Half-Sister Brandy

In 1979, Allen Iverson's half-sister, Brandy, was born.

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1990: Birth of Half-Sister Ieisha

In 1990, Allen Iverson's half-sister, Ieisha, was born.

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1994: Won Big East Rookie of the Year at Georgetown

In 1994, Allen Iverson won the Big East Rookie of the Year award and was named to the All Rookie Tournament First Team during his first season at Georgetown University.

1995: Led Georgetown to Big East Championship and NCAA Elite Eight

In 1995, Allen Iverson led the Georgetown Hoyas to a Big East championship and to the Elite Eight round of the NCAA tournament. He was also named the Big East Defensive Player of the Year.

1995: Conviction Overturned

In 1995, Allen Iverson's conviction was overturned by the Virginia Court of Appeals due to insufficient evidence, after serving four months in a correctional facility.

1996: Declared for NBA Draft and was selected by the Philadelphia 76ers

In 1996, Allen Iverson declared eligibility for the NBA draft after two years at Georgetown University and was selected by the Philadelphia 76ers with the first overall pick.

1996: Declared for the NBA Draft

In 1996, Allen Iverson declared for the NBA draft following his sophomore year at Georgetown.

2000: Iverson Records "40 Bars" Rap Single

In 2000, Allen Iverson, under the moniker Jewelz, recorded a rap single called "40 Bars". Due to controversial lyrics, particularly derogatory remarks about homosexuals, the album was not released despite initial plans and revisions.

2003: Birth of Half-Brother Mister

In 2003, Allen Iverson's half-brother, Mister, was born.

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February 22, 2010: Iverson left the 76ers indefinitely

On February 22, 2010, Allen Iverson left the 76ers indefinitely, citing the need to attend to his daughter Messiah's health issues, which years later he revealed as Kawasaki Disease.

March 2, 2010: Tawanna Iverson Files for Divorce

On March 2, 2010, Tawanna Iverson filed for divorce from Allen Iverson, seeking custody of their children, child support, and alimony payments.

January 2011: Iverson returned to the United States for calf surgery

In January 2011, Allen Iverson returned to the United States for calf surgery. He only played ten games for Beşiktaş that season, and did not play professional basketball after that.

2013: Iverson and Wife Reconcile After Divorce

In 2013, Allen Iverson stated that he and his wife Tawanna were back together, less than a month after their divorce was finalized.

May 14, 2015: Iverson Denies Financial Struggles on CBS This Morning

On May 14, 2015, Allen Iverson appeared on CBS This Morning and addressed rumors of financial struggles, refuting claims that he was struggling.

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August 14, 2015: Post Malone Releases "White Iverson"

On August 14, 2015, Post Malone released the song "White Iverson". The song became a major hit, reaching number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 and achieving over a billion streams on Spotify and a billion views on YouTube.

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2021: Iverson and Harrington Partner for Cannabis Line

In 2021, Allen Iverson partnered with Al Harrington to launch "The Iverson Collection", a line of cannabis products under Harrington's company, Viola Brands. The collaboration includes educational efforts to reduce stigma surrounding cannabis use.

2025: Iverson Appears in Buffalo Bills Schedule Release Video

In 2025, Allen Iverson appeared in the Buffalo Bills' schedule release video as part of a gag where he was mistakenly recruited instead of using artificial intelligence to create the video.