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Fans react to Iverson’s “Dear Kobe” letter

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Allen Iverson at an event
Mar 1, 2014; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers former guard Allen Iverson during his jersey number retirement ceremony at halftime of game between the 76ers and Washington Wizards at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

In 2001, the two most popular players in the NBA faced off in the Finals. Kobe Bryant and Allen Iverson squared off on the NBA’s biggest stage, with Kobe’s Los Angeles Lakers emerging victorious over Iverson’s Philadelphia 76ers.

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Despite being fierce competitors, Kobe and Iverson were friendly with each other off the court. After Kobe passed away, A.I. penned an emotional letter to Kobe, titled “Dear Kobe.”

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This letter, which was made into a video and narrated by Iverson himself, caused fans to react on social media.

Fans were emotional over Iverson’s letter and how could they not? Iverson wrote something that showed how close he was to Kobe. It was like they were family.

As we remember Kobe today on his birthday, let’s not forget that beyond being a basketball legend, he was also a father, husband, and a friend.

About the Author Published Aug 23, 2025

TITAN FREY

Titan Frey is a dedicated father to three wonderful children, whom he takes immense pride in. His passions include reading, writing, basketball, both playing and watching, and playing chess. Titan spent five years working as a journalist for the basketball website fadeawayworld.net, where he served as editor-in-chief for four and a half years. One of his most notable achievements was interviewing Chuck Cooper III, the son of Chuck Cooper, the first African American ever drafted by an NBA team, and writing a biography that has been praised as the most definitive article about Cooper’s legacy. Titan is the author of more than ten novels and the screenwriter of three produced short films. His newest young adult novel, Echoes of the Hardwood: Braxton Foxworthy’s Time‑Travelling Book Report, blends basketball history with heartfelt storytelling and is now available. Order here: https://a.co/d/bo7BYz1

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