Iverson continued wearing his basketball sleeve long after his elbow had healed, which led Steven Kotler of "Psychology Today" to suggest that the sleeve may act as a placebo to prevent future injuries.
Iverson continued wearing his basketball sleeve long after his elbow had healed, leading to much speculation among fans over its purpose. In a 2008 "Psychology Today" article, Steven Kotler suggests that the sleeve may act as a placebo for players who want to prevent future injuries.