From the Philadelphia Inquirer’s report in 2002:



Infuriated at the notion that he might be traded and hurt by his coach’s recent comments about his work ethic, Allen Iverson pledged yesterday to return to the 76ers, with Larry Brown at his side.

But what was supposed to be an upbeat occasion following a successful meeting with his coach turned combative as Iverson ranted about everything from trade rumors to criticism of his practice habits to his being the Sixers’ franchise player.

In a half-hour session televised live, Iverson grew emotional as he lashed out – sometimes in expletive-laced responses – over the hurt he says he and his family have endured because of the constant trade rumors.