Update 9/25/22: NBC’s open for Game 1 of the 2001 NBA Finals between the Sixers and Lakers, as narrated by Marv Albert. (The date this was originally posted — December 7, 2009 — marked Allen Iverson’s return to the Sixers in what would be a short-lived second stint and his last go-round in the NBA.)
“The battle is about to begin. The consummate David is ready to challenge the ultimate Goliath.
Allen Iverson: what he lacks in size, he more than makes up with in heart — an MVP season is proof of that. Just ask him, he’ll tell you.
Shaquille O’Neal: the warrior, power personified — striving to lead the Lakers to another NBA title. Who thinks they can stop this imposing force?
For five seasons, Iverson has answered the challenge — numerous times — but will this test be too daunting? Only his spirit can raise him to ultimate glory.
But Shaq is not about to relinquish his grasp on basketball’s greatest prize.
David. Goliath. Only one will be NBA champion.”
