Allen Iverson
Awards & Honours
32
Awards Won
7
Honours
8
Rankings
7
Covers
3
Records
Allen Iverson's trophy case is a testament to his dominance. He is one of only a handful of players to win the MVP, All-Star Game MVP, and scoring title in the same season (2001). His six scoring titles rank among the most in NBA history, and he is the shortest player ever to lead the league in scoring. Iverson was named to the All-NBA First Team five times, a remarkable feat for a guard his size. His Hall of Fame induction in 2016 was a foregone conclusion, and his inclusion on the NBA 75th Anniversary Team solidified his place among the all-time greats. Beyond the hardware, Iverson's influence on the game's culture is unmatched, and his legacy as a fearless competitor continues to inspire.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee
Inducted for his individual career achievements.
Philadelphia 76ers Hall of Fame
Inducted into the team's Hall of Fame.
Jersey Number Retired
No. 3 jersey retired by the 76ers.
NBA 75th Anniversary Team
Named one of the 75 greatest players in NBA history.
Key to the City of Philadelphia
Awarded for his MVP season and Finals run.
Honorary Doctorate from Georgetown University
Honorary degree for his contributions to the university.
Virginia Sports Hall of Fame
Inducted for his athletic achievements.
Rankings & Lists
100 Greatest Athletes of All Time
Top 50 Most Influential Athletes in Music
100 Greatest Athletes of All Time
100 Most Influential People
Top 100 NBA Players of All Time
Top 50 NBA Players of All Time
NBA 75: 75 Greatest Players
50 Greatest NBA Players of All Time
Magazine Covers
TIME
May 2001
The Answer: Allen Iverson
Rolling Stone
April 2002
Allen Iverson: The Most Dangerous Man in the NBA
Sports Illustrated
December 2000
The Answer
SLAM
October 1996
Rookie Cover
Vibe
February 2001
Allen Iverson: The Hip-Hop President
GQ
November 2005
Allen Iverson: The Rebel
ESPN The Magazine
February 2001
The Answer
Records & Feats
Shortest player to win NBA MVP
At 6 feet tall, Iverson is the shortest player in NBA history to win the Most Valuable Player award (2001).
Most scoring titles by a player under 6'2"
Iverson won six scoring titles, the most by any player listed at 6'2" or shorter.
First rookie since Michael Jordan to score 40 points in a game
Iverson scored 40 points as a rookie in 1996-97, a feat not accomplished by a first-year player since Jordan in 1985.