Dawn Staley, Julius Erving, and Allen Iverson appeared at Game 4, but what happened next has everyone talking.

The NBA Finals are always a spectacle, but Game 4 of this year’s championship series became an unforgettable night—not just for the action on the court, but for the legendary trio that stole the spotlight: Dawn Staley, Julius “Dr. J” Erving, and Allen Iverson. Their surprise appearance sent shockwaves through the arena, but what happened next had fans, analysts, and social media buzzing for days.

This is the full story of how three basketball icons turned a pivotal Finals game into a historic moment—one that blended nostalgia, humor, and pure star power in a way only they could.

The crowd erupted. These weren’t just former players—they were living embodiments of basketball history. Staley, a Philadelphia native, had just led South Carolina to another NCAA championship, further cementing her legacy. Dr. J, now 74, still carries an aura of greatness. And Iverson? The second he flashed that trademark grin, the arena shook with cheers.

Midway through the third quarter, during a timeout, the Jumbotron caught Iverson whispering something to Staley. She laughed, shook her head, and then—AI stood up and mimicked his famous crossover, pointing at her as if to say, *”Try me.”*

Staley, never one to back down from a challenge, playfully rose from her seat and mirrored his moves. The crowd went wild. Dr. J, sitting between them, clapped and egged them on like a proud big brother.

Then, in a moment no one saw coming, Iverson broke into an impromptu dance—a nod to his infamous practice rant from 2002 (“We talkin’ ‘bout practice?”). Staley matched him step-for-step, and even Dr. J joined in with a smooth two-step. The entire arena was on its feet, players on the bench were laughing, and within seconds, the clip was everywhere.