Philadelphia 76ers 96-97 Game Issued Jersey Sz 52 +4 Iverson Rookie Season

1996–97 PHILADELPHIA 76ERS TEAM-ISSUED CHAMPION JERSEY — SIZE 52 +4 | IVERSON ROOKIE YEAR | ULTRA RARE

Own an authentic piece of NBA history from Allen Iverson’s iconic 1996–97 rookie season — the year that changed basketball forever. This team-issued Champion jersey was produced exclusively for the Philadelphia 76ers organization and matches the exact pro-cut specifications worn on court during AI’s debut year.

This specific jersey was presented to a 76ers front office member, which is why it features COOPER 65 instead of a player name. These internal-issue jerseys were never sold to the public, making them dramatically rarer than retail authentics. Everything about the construction — the mesh, the trim, the tackle twill lettering, the +4 length, the Champion tagging — is identical to what Iverson himself wore.

Rookie-year Iverson items are among the most coveted pieces in the modern NBA hobby, and authentic team-issued versions rarely surface. This jersey is the real deal from the year Iverson won Rookie of the Year, averaged 23.5 points, dropped 40+ points in five straight games (a rookie record), and delivered the legendary crossover on Michael Jordanthat instantly made him a global star.

This jersey can stay exactly as issued for historical value, or it can be professionally customized into a perfect AI #3 rookie jersey — the same style he held on Draft Night 1996.

ITEM DETAILS

Team: Philadelphia 76ers
Season: 1996–97 (Allen Iverson Rookie Season)
Brand: Champion
Type: Team-Issued / Game-Issue
Size: 52 (Equivalent to 2XL)
Tailoring: Body Length +4 (player spec)
Name/Number: COOPER 65 (front office assignment)
Made in: USA

FEATURES

* Exact pro-cut construction used by Iverson & the ’96–97 roster

* Champion team-issued tagging, not retail

* Correct rookie-year SIXERS arc wordmark and font style

* +4 extended length—the same tailoring Iverson preferred

* Produced exclusively for players and staff, not sold publicly

* Ideal candidate for accurate Iverson rookie customization

* Matches the jersey AI held up on Draft Night

CONDITION

Excellent overall for its age. Minimal signs of handling, bright colors, and crisp tackle twill. All tags clean and intact.

TREASURE HUNTER’S NOTE

The 1996–97 season is one of the most celebrated rookie campaigns in NBA history. Iverson didn’t just arrive — he redefined the league with his speed, swagger, and fearlessness. Items from this season are exceptionally scarce, especially team-issued jerseys like this one.

For collectors of vintage NBA, Sixers fans, or AI loyalists, this is a once-in-a-blue-moon find — a true crossover of rarity, history, and authenticity.

Pit To Pit: 24"
Length: 38"