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Here's very recent interview with A.I. (April 9). We find out what Allen wants to do after basketball, be a professional fisherman :-)
Family life: Wife Tawanna, children Tiaura, Allen II, Isaiah Rahsaan and Messiah
Q: Once your playing days are over, what do you see yourself doing?
A: Being a professional fisherman. I want to be more of a fisherman than an artist, but I'd like to try that, too.
Sixers Insider with Allen Iverson
Age: 30
Birthdate: June 7, 1975
Birthplace: Hampton, Va.
Ht./Wt.: 6-0, 165
Position: Guard
College: Georgetown
How acquired: The Sixers took him with the No. 1 overall pick in the 1996 NBA Draft.
Interesting facts: Iverson was a standout quarterback at Bethel High in Hampton, Va. . . . Iverson is a seven-time NBA All-Star and four-time league scoring champ. . . . He was the NBA's MVP in 2000-2001. . . . Iverson was the NBA's Rookie of the Year in 1996-97.
Family life: Wife Tawanna, children Tiaura, Allen II, Isaiah Rahsaan and Messiah
Nicknames: A.I./Bubba Chuck
Q: What do you like to do on your days off?
A: I like to sleep. I go to movies on the road, but not when I'm at home.
Q: What's your favorite meal?
A: My aunt's lasagna.
Q: What's in your CD player right now?
A: Young Jeezy and Michael Jackson.
Q: Once your playing days are over, what do you see yourself doing?
A: Being a professional fisherman. I want to be more of a fisherman than an artist, but I'd like to try that, too.
Q: Is there a favorite moment with the Sixers that sticks out in your mind?
A: Going to the Finals in 2001. No. As a matter of fact, being drafted, that's my favorite.
Q: What is your favorite car to drive?
A: The Phantom (Rolls-Royce). -- Celeste E. Whittaker