A Rasin in the Sun

Optimistic

"Kill that he say, she say...still VA, but right now I'm on that Philadelph Freeway..."

Skillz - Don't Act Like You Don't Know

Allen Iverson returned to Philadelphia as a member of the 76ers...restoring what has been lost in the time since he was traded on December 19, 2006.

Homecoming King

I didn't know what to expect in the aftermath of Iverson's retirement...however I had a feeling that he would once again don the jersey that made him a household name...as the speedy combo guard for the Sixers.

"I always felt that it was strange having another uniform on..."

This morning after checking the Dow, I ventured over to philly.com to check the Philadelphia Daily News, and upon scrolling down a few notches, I saw a report that AI's press conference was at 4:30PM....and with that notice I knew that it was my duty to attend, ask good questions, and soak up this landmark moment in Philly sports lore like a wet mop to a cup of spilled juice.

Immediately Iverson began to express his zeal to return, and in an instant his tears took over...striking him with sincerity rarely seen from a professional athlete...nevertheless I waited patiently for my opportunity to participate, and when the moment arrived...I was prepared.

AXG: When you left Philadelphia...in essence you never left because it was in your heart, and the fans never let you go. Talk about your influence on this city, now that you have returned:

AI: You know people here watched me grow as a basketball player. They came in and cheered for me night in and night out, gave me everything that they had. That's why it was easy to give them everything I had. I think all of that was a blessing...they let me grow as a person, and they watched me go through my ups and downs. This is one of the realest places in the world. They're passionate about their sports and I gave them everything I had and that's why they responded to me they way they did.

I believe that this is an appropriate conclusion to the legend of Allen Iverson as Philadelphia is his legacy, and as the saying goes...there is no place like home.

Just click your heels.