I wrote a short blurb on the Allen Iverson situation a few days back but wanted to share an interesting article by Adam Stanco over at NaismithLives.com. It’s sad to think that Iverson’s lack of interest (until the recent courtship by the Clippers…really?) could be largely self-inflicted by the posturing and pouting of the past season in Detroit. Sure he’s had plenty of well-documented troubles in his career, but I think for the majority of 76ers fans–and Philadelphians in general–that it would be a shame for such a talented and intriguing superstar to go out on someone else’s terms.

Check out the full article here. It’s a really solid read.

OTHER PHILLY SPORTS NEWS AND NOTES

• The Flyers make a signing that could change the balance of power in the East. Not sure how far East though
• I don’t know if I speak for anyone else, but I really couldn’t give two shits about the All-Star game. The fact that Bud Selig decided to have the game determine homefield advantage in the World Series makes me feel a bit guilty for not caring, but I lived with a Jewish mother for 18 years. Guilt alone won’t get it done.
• The more this drags on, the more I become convinced the Phillies need to make the Roy Halladay deal at nearly any cost.
• Welcome to Philly, Pedro Martinez. You have my full support until you give up 8 runs to the Nationals.