17 years ago today.

Take a moment to watch the entire thing, and not just the two minutes that are typically shared on social media:

This was after the Sixers got knocked out of the first round of the playoffs following a disappointing 43-39 season. There were questions about Iverson’s relationship with Larry Brown. There were rumors he would be traded and his best friend, Rahsaan Langeford was shot and killed about seven months prior. 

So this was more of an emotionally charged press conference than I think most people realize. The “practice” part starts around seven minutes in. The exchange with the late Phil Jasner about basketball playing credentials comes in around 18:30. But if you’re at lunch break or something, seriously just watch this video clip while eating your Wawa shortie or loaded nacho taco.