Allen Iverson didn’t need a long breakdown to sum up how he feels about the 76ers’ new-look roster.
After Philadelphia swung the trade for Jaylen Brown and then convinced LeBron James to join the mix, the reaction around the league came fast. The 76ers are set to open the 2026-27 season with Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, Brown, James, and Joel Embiid in the starting five, a group that instantly gives the team one of the most intimidating lineups in basketball.
Iverson, one of the most iconic figures in franchise history, made clear he sees the upside. Speaking to Chris Haynes, he said, "Ain’t no fun when the rabbit got the gun," Iverson simply said to Chris Haynes regarding the 76ers' new players.
That response fits the way Iverson has long been tied to Philadelphia. He remains one of the biggest names the organization has ever had, and even without a championship, his influence on basketball culture has stayed massive.
His closest shot at a title came in 2001, when he carried the 76ers to the NBA Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers. In Game 1 of that series, Iverson poured in 48 points and delivered one of the signature performances of his career.
Now, instead of doing the carrying himself, Iverson is watching from the stands or from home as the franchise loads up around him. Brown and James give Philadelphia a level of star power that has clearly caught his attention, and his reaction reflects the buzz building around the roster.
With that much talent on hand, the 76ers are going to be a brutal matchup for anybody. Nick Nurse is in place as head coach, which only adds to the expectation that Philadelphia will have strong sets on both ends.
They may not be the top title favorite right now, but the pieces are there for a serious run. And for Iverson, the message was simple: the balance of power in Philadelphia has changed.
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