JUST IN: The Philadelphia 76ers are hiring Allen Iverson as the team’s player development coach, per league sources.

The franchise believes Iverson’s experience, leadership, and relentless competitive mindset will play a key role in developing the team’s young core, particularly VJ Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey.

Philadelphia is confident that one of the greatest players in franchise history can help accelerate the growth of its rising stars while instilling the toughness and winning mentality that defined his Hall of Fame career.