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Apr 28 - Iverson didn't match his performance in Game 2, but the Sixers still pull it off to beat the Pacers 92-87. There was a concern before the game about the fans. Iverson was fined $5,000 by the NBA for shouting a derogatory remark about gays to hecklers the last time he played in Indianapolis. Fortunately, Pacers fans behind the 76ers bench were generally well-behaved, and so was Iverson. In the first half, Iverson had a break-away and dunked the ball, which is something rarely seen nowadays. But still, it proves he still got the hops despite the injuries. Sixers play Wednesday as they try to wrap up the first round.

Iverson Answers
Apr 24 - Sixers came into this game mentally prepared. Iverson played a very smart game. Again, like last game he was double-teamed every time he touched the ball. This time however, he seem to always find the open man. He hardly forced the ball up and made big shots. Miler had a phenomenal first half, scoring 33. But in the end, Iverson answered by scoring 45 and dishing out 9 assists as the Sixers defeated the Pacers 116-98.

Reggie Miller Answers
Apr 21 - Opening game of the 2001 Playoffs. Iverson was shut down as he was double teamed every time he got the ball. Luckily his teamates picked up the paces and had a double digit lead at the end of the half. Pacers came thundering back in the second half to take the lead. In the final seconds of the fourth quarter, Philly was up by 2, but Reggie Miller answered by bombing a three with 2.9 seconds remaining. Iverson had the last shot be fell to Miller's defense. Disappointing loss at 79-78.

Beat Celtics, Lose To Heat
Apr 10 - Sixers cruised past the Boston Celtics on Monday but lost a close one today to Miami Heat 103-101. Tim Hardaway hit a game winner similar to the earlier Orlando game. Iverson scored 41. At this point, I feel the Sixers do not need to play to their full potential for risk of injury. They have clinced the Conference Title and look good with their starters back in the line up. They will probably start the playoffs against the Pacers.

Iverson Injured
April 7 - Sorry for the lack of updates. Sixers beat Pacers easily, then lost a big one to Tornoto. I watched the Toronto game and I have to say the Sixers played like shit. Iverson was cold and nobody could step up. Iverson is out with a bruised tailbone, but Sixers beat the Pistons the following day without him. Again, they whooped the Cavs without AI. Iverson should be back Monday to against the Celtics. Brother of 76ers' owner caught in theft - Pat Croce (owner) fired his brother after witnessing a videotape of John Croce stealing from Iverson's pants in the locker room. Iverson is extremely generous to family and friends and usually carries couple thousand in his pockets. John, Sixers weight and conditioning coach, took advantage. Pat went down to Washington on Jan. 12 to personally apologize to Iverson. ``He said, 'It's nothing, Pat,''' Iverson said. Note: As early as the 1999-2000 season, several players had complained about missing money, according to team sources. Iverson's new shoe: Add a 4th variation to the Answer IV with this playoff edition shoe. Nice.