It's Official: Iverson, Sixers Part Ways Amicably

Well, it was underwhelming while it lasted. After numerous absences plagued his comeback with the 76ers, the team has officially opted to part ways with veteran guard Allen Iverson. From Comcast Sports Net:

“After discussing the situation with Allen, we have come to the conclusion that he will not return to the Sixers for the remainder of the season, as he no longer wishes to be a distraction to the organization and teammates that he loves very deeply,” general manager Ed Stefanski said. “It has been very difficult for Allen and the team to maintain any consistency as he tries to balance his career with his personal life.”

In early February, Iverson left the team for personal reasons and missed five games and the NBA All-Star Game, which would have been his 11th consecutive All-Star appearance. On the Monday following the break, he disclosed that it was his four-year-old daughter Messiah that was ill, but they were still unclear of her ailment.

Iverson played in three games from Feb. 15 through Feb. 20 before leaving again to be with his family.