Twenty-five years later, Allen Iverson’s legendary Game 1 performance in the 2001 NBA Finals remains one of the greatest playoff performances in NBA history.
Facing a Lakers team led by Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant that entered the Finals undefeated in the postseason, Iverson erupted for 48 points and led the Philadelphia 76ers to a stunning 107-101 overtime victory.
AI’s unforgettable night featured clutch shot after clutch shot, an iconic overtime takeover, and one of the most memorable moments in Finals history.
Relive the full highlights from the game that ended the Lakers’ 19-game winning streak and cemented Allen Iverson’s place among the NBA’s all-time greats. 👑🔥🏀
Final Line:
🔥 48 PTS | 6 AST | 5 STL
🏆 2001 NBA Finals Game 1
📅 June 6, 2001 — 25 Years Ago Today
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