http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hslVbzeYifI

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PiyFOHNUzXM

Hell yeah I cried as that jersey rose to the rafters. AI was a huge part of my childhood, playing in his prime while I was growing up.

Iverson was transcendent. He was a little guy who played through countless injuries. He brought hip-hop right to the front of the NBA. His ability to score was unmatched, even by Kobe, in his era.

Congratulations, Iverson, and thank you.