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Allen Iverson news

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The gist

Allen Iverson paid tribute to actor Michael Wright, who died at 70. Reebok and Iverson re-released his 1996 sneaker with 3D printing.

Background

Allen Iverson, a former NBA star, has been in the news for several reasons. He recently honored the late actor Michael Wright, who died at age 70 and was known for roles in 'The Five Heartbeats' and 'Oz'. Additionally, Iverson collaborated with Reebok and Zellerfeld to bring back his iconic 1996 sneaker 'The Question' with a modern 3D-printed design, part of a trend in footwear innovation.

How it unfolded

  1. Aug 19, 2026Actor Michael Wright died in Los Angeles at age 70.
  2. Aug 27, 2026Reebok and Allen Iverson unveiled a 3D-printed remake of the 1996 'The Question' sneaker, with white and purple colorways.
  3. Aug 29, 2026Allen Iverson shared a video tribute to Michael Wright on Facebook, calling him a legend.

Who’s saying what

Official
Reebok and Zellerfeld highlighted the collaboration as part of a push into 3D-printed footwear.
Public
Fans and collectors see Iverson's sneaker and memorabilia as enduringly popular, with his signature jersey still resonating globally.

Sources

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