News broke today that A.I. won’t be coming to New York. This announcement brings much displeasure frustrated Knicks fans, who pay good money to watch bums like Tony Douglas and Chris Duhon stink it up every night. God forbid NYK brass bring in someone entertaining into Madison Square before 2010. Remember, this is the same brain-trust that drafted Jordan Hill over Brandon Jennings.

Though the decision probably hurts someone even more than the Knickerbocker faithful: Allen Iverson. He demanded to be put on waivers probably thinking that the New York wanted him. It’s like the girl who breaks up with her boyfriend for the new guy, only to find out he won’t commit and stops picking up her calls.

What’s The Answer to do now? We’ve come up wit 9 alternative career options for the former NBA MVP 4x scoring leader

9) Best Selling Author

Why: Can’t you just see Allen on the talk show circuit promoting? Here’s some titles: The Man Who Put The I in Team. How To Be MVP Without Practicing. The Gentleman’s Guide To Pistol-whipping Your Spouse.

8 ) Brandon Jennings’ Life Coach

Why: Just listen to him Brandon. Then do the opposite of what he tells you. You’ll win a championship in no time.

7) UStream Star

Why: He was better and more popular player than Marbury. Now he can beat him at another game.

6) Rapper

Why: He’s the ORIGINAL Jewelz. Y’all must’ve forgot. Listen to Iverson kick “40 Bars” below

5) Marijuana Lobbyist

Why: Believe it or not, this is a growing issue in Washington. They need a HIGH profile star to be the face of the campaign. Legalize it!

4) Professional Poker Player

Why: Poker is morw commercialized than ever. Young whippersnappers barely old enough to drink are raking in millions. Iverson’s no rookie to casinos, so this would be a smooth transition. Plus if he’s successful, the winnings will help him maintain his lifestyle. Just don’t take Antonie Walker.

3) Start a Clothing Line

Why: The NBA implemented a dress code just because they were mad A.I. was styling on ‘em. The Answer should take his passion for fashion to the runway where he’d be more appreciated.

2) Charlotte Bobcats Assistant Coach

Why: Larry Brown is to Iverson as Cus D’amato was to Tyson. The only man ever able to control the uncontrollable. Together they reached the NBA Finals and won his MVP. Why not reunite to help the struggling Bobcats?

1) Miami Heat

Why: Who said his NBA days are over? Pat Riley’s bunch are surging and why not bring in the scoring champ to beef up for a playoff run. A.I.’s played second fiddle to Carmelo, so why not NBA Champion Dwayne Wade? Just for the love of god let him start!