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Clippers in 'very serious' talks with Allen Iverson

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Reporting from Las Vegas -- Talks between the Clippers and free-agent guard
Allen Iverson have been characterized as "very serious," according a source
close to Iverson who was not authorized to speak publicly about the
negotiations.

The Clippers have long been intrigued by Iverson, having come close to
acquiring him in the past.

As recently as last week, however, their interest in him was considered more of
a long shot.

The Clippers were also waiting to see what would happen with their trade that
sent Zach Randolph to Memphis, but that deal is scheduled to be completed
Friday.

Iverson is looking at the $5.8-million mid-level exception for next season, and
one of his other potential suitors, the Miami Heat, is reportedly unwilling to
offer more than $2 million for one season.

Until now, the team expressing the most interest in Iverson was Memphis, but
team owner Michael Heisley was quoted today in the Commercial Appeal as saying
he thought the Grizzlies were a last resort for Iverson.

Iverson, who turned 34 last month, was traded from Denver to Detroit last
season and had a disappointing season for the Pistons. He also caused a flap
during the spring when he said he didn't want to come off the bench for the
Pistons.

Iverson averaged a career-low 17.5 points in 57 games for Denver and Detroit.
He won the NBA MVP award in the 2000-01 season.


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