The tattoos, the crossovers, the cornrows – Allen Iverson changed basketball’s culture forever. But the first person who ever saw him for who he was wasn’t a coach or scout. It was his grandmother. As tributes flood in following her passing at 100 years old, Iverson’s post doesn’t read like a goodbye. It reads like a thank you to the woman who helped create “The Answer” long before the world ever did
The NBA legend reflected on the deep bond he shared with his late grandmother. Allen Iverson didn’t just honor her memory, he reminded us all of something timeless: behind every fighter, there’s often a grandmother who fought first, and the losing battle that everyone fights with time, be it an hour, a day, a decade, or even a century.
Al took to social media and posted a picture of his grandmother, the late Doretha Robinson. Within the picture, it was written, “Celebrating 100 Years Of Life.” He captioned the post, “Rest up Grandma see you when I get there ” sharing the heartfelt message for the world to see, the love he possessed for his grandmother.
Upon seeing the tribute shared by Allen Iverson, the fans wasted no time sending their heartfelt messages to Allen Iverson. As the world absorbed Iverson’s heartfelt tribute, fans across the internet began to respond with an outpouring of support.
The fans send love, condolences, and support to Allen Iverson’s way
The fans were visibly moved by the tribute, showing grace and compassion to the mourning Allen Iverson. They flooded the comment section of the post with heartfelt messages. One fan wrote, “Sorry. May she rest forever in heaven ” offering support and reassuring AI that she resides in eden now, free from all the tribulation. Another fan commented, ”My condolences to you & your family AI” sending his heartfelt condolences to Allen Iverson’s family.
An Instagram user commented, “She the real answer long Live granny ” using Allen Iverson’s moniker to lay out the truth. A fan wrote, “ Lived a long life. Know she proud of you! RIP granny ” reminding Allen Iverson that his grandmother is proud of him and that she lived a long and happy life. A longtime Allen Iverson fan wrote, pleading with him, “ ai you are still to young… live a few more decades b4 reuniting with her. Rip to her tho” and also paying his respects to the departed soul. Another fan wrote, “ Condolences to U & the Family Chuck !!! She’s still with U in spirit” offering their condolences to Allen Iverson and reminding him that his grandmother will always be with him in spirit, looking at him from above and guiding him.
The fans poured their hearts out, offering Allen Iverson solace and compassion in his time of need. The death of a family member hits hard, but when you have people who support you, it becomes easier. The fans said it best: “She the real answer.” And maybe that’s the rawest truth in all of this.
For all the moments Allen Iverson gave the game, Doretha Robinson gave them to him first. This wasn’t just a post. It was a portal into the soul of a man who never forgot who raised him. And while basketball gave him the stage, it was his grandmother who gave him the story. 100 years may have passed, but her legacy? That’s forever written in crossover footprints and unshakable faith.
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