The Heart of Allen iverson

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Clayton Crowley

Clayton Crowley

10 ай бұрын

Allen Iverson remains one of the most beloved and revered players of any era. His dazzling skills delighted crowds and his brash style made him an icon - but his will and humanity will keep his story alive through the ages.
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No Fly Zone by APOLLO
Thinking of You by Stefano Mastronardi
High Tech by Rocket Jr
Till The Day Come by Iso Indies
Game for You by Daniel Fridell
Shades of Purple by Gregory David
Lost hat by Dylan Sitts
Top Tier by Tilden Parc
SULTAN by BLUE STEEL
Generational by Xavy Rasan

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@naki9222
@naki9222 10 ай бұрын
Welp, my night just got better
@sgrey9181
@sgrey9181 10 ай бұрын
Same
@matts8012
@matts8012 9 ай бұрын
Same, brotha. Same.
@user-cn8nu6lq4w
@user-cn8nu6lq4w 8 ай бұрын
bro hands outta your pants, damn
@twistedladder3506
@twistedladder3506 10 ай бұрын
Everybody misrepresents the practice clip, he’s speaking that way because he just lost a dear friend, just lost a game and all they want to talk about is “Practice”…
@thewannabeheel8091
@thewannabeheel8091 3 ай бұрын
Literally was about to comment the same thing
@hittheboof1084
@hittheboof1084 10 ай бұрын
AI's influence cannot be overstated, i don't care what the advanced metrics say. He had middle schoolers in rural michigan putting their hair in cornrows.
@fortynights1513
@fortynights1513 9 ай бұрын
If you look at only advanced metrics, and really, efficiency metrics, you’ll probably end up underrating Iverson in some ways. If his team has better spacing, he’d probably have been more efficient (his efficiency was at its best in Denver in 08, and they are said to have shot better than early 2000’s Philly did from three). And as is, there’s one Iverson game that I never see anyone bring up where even people who go off of analytics would also say he played great: In the first game of the first round of the 2003 playoffs, Iverson was playing the Hornets who while not good offensively, were the fifth best defense by points, and seventh best by defensive rating. Against them, he put up 55 points on 65.6% from the field, and 74.6% true shooting with a box plus minus of 21.9 along with eight assists (which led to 17 additional points) and four turnovers in a 98-90 game that his team won in regulation. There are only three other playoff performances of 55+ points on true shooting that is at least as high as he had, and they all occurred in much higher scoring games in eras that are described as having faster paces than the early 2000’s. That game by AI is one of the most impressive playoff statistical games I’ve ever read about, and it came from a player who is often criticized for bad efficiency, and the game isn’t talked about at all because it was a first round game in a year where his team lost in the second round. Iverson’s influence and cultural impact are also huge and deservedly so.
@YunisRajab
@YunisRajab 10 ай бұрын
He was the OG model for small skinny guy with infinite energy that makes it seem that anything is possible before Curry. A lot of credit is given to Curry for inspiring a generation which is fair but AI should be getting wayyy more love
@georgepeterson5929
@georgepeterson5929 10 ай бұрын
Clayton, you are the best basketball youtuber by 1000 miles. These videos are works of art and I appreciate your dedication.
@donaldf9055
@donaldf9055 10 ай бұрын
One of the most underrated KZfaqrs I've ever met in my life, you can simply feel the effort in every single one of his videos. He relates to the players, he doesn't excuse their behaviors, it's like he dives deep into their soul. 10 out of fucking 10.
@chrestiancapuli2221
@chrestiancapuli2221 10 ай бұрын
you need to check Ben Taylor's Thinking Basketball.
@teejgames9040
@teejgames9040 10 ай бұрын
i love that channel too, a lot of really good content on there for sure!@@chrestiancapuli2221
@arvin9425
@arvin9425 10 ай бұрын
​@@chrestiancapuli2221thinking basketball is amazing but every one of Clayton's videos feels like a movie/documentary. It's like he's telling a story in the way he narrates. It's different from thinking basketball in that Clayton's videos may feel more impactful to some people.
@fortynights1513
@fortynights1513 10 ай бұрын
One thing I will say for Iverson: He averaged more minutes per game than you are likely to see most players average now. He may be overrated in some regards, but his endurance is arguably overlooked. He’s responsible for the most minutes per game of anyone since Truck Robinson in 1977-78 if I’m not mistaken.
@tupacalypse88
@tupacalypse88 10 ай бұрын
while going 10000 mph every second and banging into centers like Shaq Mutombo mourning ect...
@loodakris5928
@loodakris5928 10 ай бұрын
@@tupacalypse88 i wonder what he thinks about all this load management
@officialthomasjames
@officialthomasjames 8 ай бұрын
Iverson is not overrated at all, and I hate that stupid narrative. It’s all because the modern day obsession of analytics that people are blinded by. Real basketball fans know how legit Iverson was, same with his opponents. He put fear into other players like few others in basketball history were capable of.
@michaelkkrasting
@michaelkkrasting 10 ай бұрын
As a sixers fan it sucks having missed his prime being born in bloody 2000, especially seeing something like this just showing how much he really means to our franchise and our city
@beckembrown7002
@beckembrown7002 10 ай бұрын
Iverson’s the 2nd greatest Sixer of all time… under Embiid of course 🎉
@ftbs_jay7600
@ftbs_jay7600 10 ай бұрын
@@beckembrown7002wow AI is still over embiid rn
@michaelkkrasting
@michaelkkrasting 10 ай бұрын
@@beckembrown7002 love Embiid but…. No not better than AI, not yet anyway
@johndotcue
@johndotcue 10 ай бұрын
@@beckembrown7002you serious?
@G-TV_TheOneManArmy
@G-TV_TheOneManArmy 10 ай бұрын
If you're born in 2000 like myself you prolly remember a couple or handful of games I remember his last season in Philly 05-06 and his last couple games before his trade in January 07
@andrewswann2383
@andrewswann2383 5 ай бұрын
The overlooked thing is the day of the practice interview, AI went to the trial of the guy who killed his best friend
@ayzem5649
@ayzem5649 10 ай бұрын
Iverson's passion and fearless style of play have left an indelible mark on basketball history. The way he carried himself on and off the court is a lesson in authenticity and perseverance.
@OBJ317
@OBJ317 10 ай бұрын
I just want to say how legendary Allen iverson was. As a kid from the inner city in NY, this man was him. As a kid you never really know what it means to be inspired but man, I wanted to be just like Allen. Seeing that man fight amongst the trees in the court gave the little me motivation to succeed. His game transcends the game of basketball as he touched many lives. Anyone that knows chuck, knows he’s very emotional and in tune. Well, your fans love you more then you could imagine chuck. We thank you for your service that you given humanity. An icon for sure.
@DavidHongNU
@DavidHongNU 10 ай бұрын
Your videos have the production value that come from entire companies. This sounds like something I'd watch on TV that ESPN funded. You're research, insight, storytelling, video editing are all exceptional. You should be immensely proud of your work
@blanetamez532
@blanetamez532 2 ай бұрын
Allen Iverson to me is one of the best examples of what talent and willpower alone can accomplish, an incredible phenomenon and individual who pushed envelope of what a basketball player could be, inspiring an entire new generation of hoopers with his play style, attitude, vision, physicality, and fashion… as well as why there are so many legends well ahead of him in the all time standings, once his youth ran out his body failed him thanks to the fact he didn’t do strength and conditioning training or you know practice as much as he should have. Allen himself has admitted that he could have have had a much longer run of dominance and career overall had he actually worked out more regularly, but he still left one hell of a mark for his time that is undeniable.
@just_jertie
@just_jertie 10 ай бұрын
Dude you have such a gift for story-telling. Love your stuff.
@washcloud
@washcloud 10 ай бұрын
Indeed. There's lots of others making bball vids out there (...or here? lol), and some do make an exceptional work too in their own merit, but what makes this dude stand out is his very distinct story-telling style. His vids may not be packed with stats and all that - he though does extensive reasearch related to the charcters that his vids are about and presents it in the nicest way. It's like listening to a wise old dud sharing a huge lifetime experience. And the cherry on top is that even though he does state that "this is his personal take" on whatever, it everytime is persuasive enough as if it's a professional documentary we're watching and not some YT channel's content. 🙂
@666soccermom666
@666soccermom666 10 ай бұрын
Damn... You and Thinking Basketball, both putting out videos on AI is something I didn't know how much I needed
@johnperetin5944
@johnperetin5944 10 ай бұрын
These two need to do a collaboration. That would be amazing
@BigBoyDanny123
@BigBoyDanny123 10 ай бұрын
The man who made me fall in love with basketball. Not just his heart, handles and finishing at the rim, but his style and attitude. Immense
@Splackavellie85
@Splackavellie85 10 ай бұрын
The Iverson-Carter duel is what made Iverson my favorite player ever.
@anthonytomb8857
@anthonytomb8857 10 ай бұрын
Allen Iverson and Kobe had a massive impact on the game and also culture in the early to mid 2000s
@martinbuhrer3893
@martinbuhrer3893 10 ай бұрын
During the first few years of their careers, Kobe was nothing more than a side-note compared to A.I. - I mean no disrespect, I love Kobe. But Iverson was everything back then to us teenagers.
@bluegregory6239
@bluegregory6239 10 ай бұрын
@@martinbuhrer3893 No offense intended, but Kobe puts AI in the ole shit-house. And I love AI. He single-handedly dragged the 76ers into that Finals, where they promptly lost to the vastly superior Lakers. Even young Kobe seemed a little bit intimidated by him.
@martinbuhrer3893
@martinbuhrer3893 10 ай бұрын
@@bluegregory6239 None taken, but I was talking about back then. We all wanted to be like Iverson.
@lacanm1554
@lacanm1554 10 ай бұрын
Dorktown episode right into clayton crowley, perfect night
@ditlevbjerregaard571
@ditlevbjerregaard571 10 ай бұрын
31:05 "And then Allen Iverson left is body". That line gave me goosebumps.
@sandoncrowder7839
@sandoncrowder7839 10 ай бұрын
"We all have to thank God that Iverson wasn't 6'6" - Kobe Bryant
@ikhoonyejelem2967
@ikhoonyejelem2967 6 ай бұрын
Or even 6'3
@Dicysituations
@Dicysituations 10 ай бұрын
My first time in your channel. I’m only 4:30 into this video but the detail, care, passion, and love with you crafted the way you presented this incredible story has earned you a sub and a consistent viewer. Keep doing what you’re doing and you’ll grow in no time.
@ApolloVIIIYouAreGoForTLI
@ApolloVIIIYouAreGoForTLI 10 ай бұрын
You're in for a treat then... Enjoy watching the rest of CC's vids.
@filemonmartinez6451
@filemonmartinez6451 10 ай бұрын
Another amazing essay, thank you once again Clay! Has to be said your narration & script are incredibly lively & portray these moments, in my opinion, perfectly for many of us that weren’t able to witness this personally. Much love ✊
@freestylingwhistler
@freestylingwhistler 10 ай бұрын
I hope Bubba Chuck watching this somewhere with a big smile on his face. He deserves his flowers and then some.
@yawnymoon3116
@yawnymoon3116 10 ай бұрын
He's back, praise the basketball Gods 😅
@stupidplayr2112
@stupidplayr2112 4 ай бұрын
The rage I felt was slowly but surely soothed as the video went on but I can only say that Allen Iverson was even more iconic than I began to think
@TanmanC
@TanmanC 10 ай бұрын
AI and Kobe’s culture impact of the 2000’s was INSANE! It’s cool that they played each other in the finals
@n13kpolk
@n13kpolk 10 ай бұрын
To be fair… AI played against Kobe and SHAQ
@GetBackRy3x
@GetBackRy3x 10 ай бұрын
@@n13kpolkthey don’t ever wanna acknowledge that they act like it was a fair 1 on 1 superstar vs superstar type series
@user-cn8nu6lq4w
@user-cn8nu6lq4w 8 ай бұрын
to be fair, kobe definitely did what he was accused of.
@verward
@verward 9 ай бұрын
I had never heard of this trial. That is mindblowing. Makes you appreciate his story so much more.
@zacherytaylor
@zacherytaylor 10 ай бұрын
AI got me into basketball and I think this is a great tribute to him. I love that you took time to talk about him being a provider for his family. Just another awesome, awesome vid from you
@jochenklausberger9076
@jochenklausberger9076 10 ай бұрын
As somebody from europe who only recently got into Basketball in really enjoyed this video. Because you hear talk about Allen Iverson so very often, but I always wondered why, what made him great? Thank god I've got Clayton.
@TheCman183
@TheCman183 10 ай бұрын
You, funkydiabetic, and johnny arnett keep me going!
@samuelmaat4148
@samuelmaat4148 5 ай бұрын
This video made my eyes perspire. Excellent storytelling for my favorite athlete of all time.
@adamheitner2421
@adamheitner2421 10 ай бұрын
Liked before I could start watching the videos. The effort you put into these videos, the editing, and narration…. you’re going places and I’m glad I’m along for the ride.
@markjackson6431
@markjackson6431 10 ай бұрын
he’s my favorite player of all time
@dibs27
@dibs27 10 ай бұрын
babe, clayton’s back
@gkcrowley
@gkcrowley 10 ай бұрын
Another great video!
@Malachideleongil02
@Malachideleongil02 10 ай бұрын
POUND FOR POUND BEST PLAYER OF ALL TIME
@ltrigga219
@ltrigga219 10 ай бұрын
Oh hell yeah, I was waiting for this one!
@IbstarYT
@IbstarYT 10 ай бұрын
Always a pleasure to see you upload !
@stephendwyer3980
@stephendwyer3980 10 ай бұрын
Inspiring as always
@donaldf9055
@donaldf9055 10 ай бұрын
Claxton is one of the best story tellers in nba history, his talents and efforts are thrown into your face in ever single vid he makes. I just wish he had more coverage over his videos cause this is insane. For some reason, he knows how to make people I didnt really care about to become one of my most liked players. One of the best basketball channels ive ever seen. I pay my due diligence to you.
@NShomebase
@NShomebase 10 ай бұрын
Stirring work as usual, Clayton. I was really looking forward to this one.
@zachk2712
@zachk2712 10 ай бұрын
We talkin about perfection man! Great video man
@IAWIA5
@IAWIA5 10 ай бұрын
Great video, quality content as always Crowley, well-done!
@craigjohnston5781
@craigjohnston5781 10 ай бұрын
Kudos Clayton, this is you at your best! Loved it!
@nicolasaguilerameza8703
@nicolasaguilerameza8703 10 ай бұрын
Clayton really makes my days way better whenever he launches a new video. Thank❤
@GregoryFord98
@GregoryFord98 9 ай бұрын
AI took a vote from Shaq for unianimous MVP, won an MVP during the Duncan/Kobe /Shaq era, won All Star MVPs, lead the league in scoring over Kobe, Shaq, TMac, etc., and ended the lakers 12 game playoff win streak. 33ppg in the party offs is INSANE
@DT-zv9dy
@DT-zv9dy 10 ай бұрын
He uploaded! yesss I already know this gonna be good
@paulcailleteau9159
@paulcailleteau9159 10 ай бұрын
Great content as always, keep up the good work
@bluecheckmiya
@bluecheckmiya 10 ай бұрын
New Clayton drop 💯
@nikhilchandra7597
@nikhilchandra7597 10 ай бұрын
Absolutely adore the way you interweave storytelling and basketball together. Easily my favorite basketball content creator and would love to see you branch out into different genres.Excited for the future uploads.
@dude6697
@dude6697 10 ай бұрын
This is such an underrated channel. You’re video production is truly top notch and you deserve to have millions of subscribers.
@1coolcado
@1coolcado 10 ай бұрын
So much info in that time. Great video
@Shiyaku93
@Shiyaku93 9 ай бұрын
Awesome man. I love this series as a fan who's only gotten into ball since the bubble.
@rajatiwari9788
@rajatiwari9788 10 ай бұрын
Always a good day when you see a Clayton Crowley upload!!
@crispindeleon1930
@crispindeleon1930 9 ай бұрын
I subscribed because of this video! Thanks man!
@beefyboi64
@beefyboi64 10 ай бұрын
Damn excited. Clayton's videos are the best basketball content on KZfaq.
@IndianaIsaac
@IndianaIsaac 10 ай бұрын
This is a good one Clayton. Well done
@Proximitty
@Proximitty 10 ай бұрын
Been watching since the start of your channel, your skill for storytelling has grown and it shows. This video was special man great work.
@christianbaier7090
@christianbaier7090 28 күн бұрын
You, sir, carry the legacy of the storytellers of old, weaving tales of heroic struggle and sacrifice, triumph and defeat ... thank you for your videos!
@KlassicLoL
@KlassicLoL 10 ай бұрын
NEW CLAYTON VID LETS GOOOO
@quinncampbell964
@quinncampbell964 10 ай бұрын
Always a great feeling when Clayton uploads. its nice to see you took a break after the Kobe videos
@aamidjaythreepointoh
@aamidjaythreepointoh 10 ай бұрын
Stellar video and commentary as always. This truly deserves more attention, so I'm going to give it that.
@georgemichaels9536
@georgemichaels9536 10 ай бұрын
Was listening to a bunch of Kobe essays and wondering “I wonder when he is gonna put a new video?” Then BAM!! New video and it’s about my favorite team!! Thanks Clayton!
@charliesheen17
@charliesheen17 10 ай бұрын
Clayton you continue to be one of the greatest modern storytellers in the sports world! Thanks for all the videos
@billdover3165
@billdover3165 10 ай бұрын
It's not the size of the dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog. Allen Iverson had more heart than anybody on that Court during this time.
@JDN.08
@JDN.08 10 ай бұрын
Yes thank you for saving the night Clayton🐐🐐
@mickyhansen6869
@mickyhansen6869 4 ай бұрын
Great video. A superstar in a small package. So much heart.
@jordylont1879
@jordylont1879 10 ай бұрын
You are so good at what you do. This is amazing
@jeffjeff6746
@jeffjeff6746 10 ай бұрын
Really good stuff, man. I like your videos. Keep up the good work.
@matts8012
@matts8012 9 ай бұрын
The transition to talking about his peak was like a great beat switch. Clean and unsuspecting.
@jacobhorigan4825
@jacobhorigan4825 10 ай бұрын
Insta-watch. Always great work!
@the.dove.effect
@the.dove.effect 2 ай бұрын
Great video.
@1366gamer
@1366gamer 10 ай бұрын
Amazing video
@kevinwang7018
@kevinwang7018 10 ай бұрын
Been waiting for Clayton video. I see. I click. I watch.
@LordArvind
@LordArvind 10 ай бұрын
You write well. Make more. This was great.
@brentblackmon9981
@brentblackmon9981 10 ай бұрын
commenting for the algorithm, another clayton banger
@matchress3832
@matchress3832 10 ай бұрын
Clayton, your passion for basketball and film-making is truly special. You are the best basketball content creator on the planet and you have a special way with words.
@user-if7bg7ee4k
@user-if7bg7ee4k 9 ай бұрын
Clayton, you nailed it again!!! I remember the day after 2001 Finals Game 1 defeating THE Lakers. Truly a greater accomplishment than most entire Playoff-Runs.... Great vid, again!!! Thanks + best of luck, for your career! You are a gifted storyteller!
@gustavdyrssen8729
@gustavdyrssen8729 10 ай бұрын
Your videos are amazing!!!! You deserve at least a million subs!!
@drunkenxrage
@drunkenxrage 10 ай бұрын
You dropping vids is like AI dropping a routine 40-piece; yet again, you prove to be the best basketball storyteller on this platform brother, great work!
@kingcaragious
@kingcaragious 10 ай бұрын
As a Sixers fan I didn't think I could be more impressed with you after watching your Julius Erving video. I am man enough to admit I was wrong and I'm officially more impressed!
@abrahamwest2005
@abrahamwest2005 10 ай бұрын
Another masterpiece
@luketaylor1257
@luketaylor1257 10 ай бұрын
Finally. I appreciate how long you must work on these, but damn I been waiting for some new fucking content. Love it.
@josephmcfadden2229
@josephmcfadden2229 10 ай бұрын
I fucking love it when I open KZfaq and see a new video from this guy. One of the best basketball KZfaqrs out there ❤
@youngdoka7641
@youngdoka7641 10 ай бұрын
great vid
@Mikeil1
@Mikeil1 10 ай бұрын
You know god is good when CC releases a brand-new banger!!!!!!!!!!
@ondago2
@ondago2 2 ай бұрын
Very, extremely; well written, Sir !!!!
@P1P31150
@P1P31150 10 ай бұрын
FINALLY ANOTHER VIDEOOOOOO LETS GOOOOOO
@envysmith6832
@envysmith6832 10 ай бұрын
I lost it at 17:44. Of all examples to use for the NBA Hiphop connection, you couldn't have picked anyone better than the fun guy lol
@devoncarter6545
@devoncarter6545 10 ай бұрын
you never miss bro
@shuuushhusssh2019
@shuuushhusssh2019 4 ай бұрын
TY bro
@riceman7381
@riceman7381 6 ай бұрын
This is probably my favourite video youve made on an individual player. Tysm for shedding so much light on AI 👍
@RemoWilliams1227
@RemoWilliams1227 10 ай бұрын
Dang missed a new Clayton, here for it.
@indamaking
@indamaking 10 ай бұрын
Truly one of my favorites, for him to be as good at he was at his stature and stand on his beliefs during his NBA tenure. Revolutionary
@brentbronze
@brentbronze 10 ай бұрын
another banger for Clayton GOATley what else is new
@roblee6246
@roblee6246 3 ай бұрын
I'm not crying, you are.
@josealmanza148
@josealmanza148 10 ай бұрын
10/10 vid
@eugeneli3101
@eugeneli3101 10 ай бұрын
The goats back.
@benberry792
@benberry792 10 ай бұрын
Yesss!!! 😎 Another great video sir! *Legends vid on Phil Jackson??
@spacecolon7760
@spacecolon7760 10 ай бұрын
Been a minute man, glad to see you back! I think your editing has only gotten better and you've always been great at weaving stories
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