PHILADELPHIA: With no apparent interest from NBA teams, Allen Iverson is set to retire, according to an online report.

Commentator Stephen A Smith published a statement on his website on Wednesday attributed to Iverson. It said Iverson plans to retire but also that "I feel strongly that I can still compete at the highest level".

The statement also said Iverson has tremendous love for the game and the desire to play, adding there is "a whole lot left in my tank".