Allen Iverson Favored Over Kyrie Irving in the “Greatest Dribbler” Debate: “Crossed Mike Out Them Motherf**king Jordans”

There are few things in basketball that gets the spectators out of their seats more than a killer crossover. Players like Tim Hardaway and Allen Iverson are celebrated for their crossovers. Another player who is renowned for his distinctive dribbling style is Kyrie Irving. He, along with Iverson, is widely regarded as two of the greatest dribblers to ever grace an NBA court.

However, an NBA veteran got a lot of stick from his co-host when he suggested that Kyrie was a better dribbler than AI. The co-host used the example of Michael Jordan to hit home his point of view.

Kyrie Irving has the best handles in NBA history

In the latest episode of the Pat Bev Podcast, Patrick Beverley called Kyrie Irving a better dribbler than Allen Iverson. He said, “From my generation, from what I seen because I ain’t really guarded Allen Iverson, from my era, with the ball, it’s Kyrie.” However, Gillie Da Kid disagreed with Pat Bev’s viewpoint. He said, “It’s different kind of handles though. You was never right there with Iverson. AI’s crossover was so vicious that they said you can’t do that sh*t no more cause he crossed Mike out them motherf**king Jordans.”

While AI’s crossover achieved iconic status, the move drew a lot of attention from the NBA’s governing body because it towed the line between legal and illegal. Iverson’s crossover was frequently called for a carry during the 1990s and early 2000s. However, this did slow down Iverson, as he became league MVP in the 2000-01 season. His heroics guided an unfancied Philadelphia 76ers side to the NBA finals where they eventually lost to the Shaq-Kobe-led Lakers. Nevertheless, his stellar performances for the Sixers made him an icon of the city of Philadelphia.

Allen Iverson’s illustrious NBA career

Allen Iverson had a storied NBA career spanning from 1996 to 2010. Standing at just 6 feet tall, Iverson’s explosive scoring, dazzling ball-handling, and tenacious defense set him apart. The Philadelphia 76ers drafted AI with the 1st pick in the 1996 NBA Draft. He quickly became the standout player in his draft class and earned the Rookie of the Year honor in 1997. His prolific scoring abilities earned him four scoring titles and MVP honors in 2001.

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However, despite his individual brilliance, an NBA championship eluded him. Iverson also played for the Denver Nuggets, Detroit Pistons, and a brief stint with the Memphis Grizzlies. Allen Iverson’s impact and influence, on and off the court, was recognized in 2016, as he was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Even though Allen Iverson retired nearly ten years ago, his influence continues to resonate within the NBA. He was truly a one-of-a-kind baller.

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