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On YouTubeNBA News / Fastbreak on SI / April 19
NBA Legend Julius Erving Makes Heartfelt Instagram Post
Julius Erving was one of the first global superstars in basketball history. The Philadelphia 76ers legend spent 11 years in the NBA (after an incredible five-year run in the ABA).
NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 14
Scottie Pippen ‘thought about asking’ Julius Erving to present him into Hall of Fame before ultimately going with Michael Jordan: ‘There really was no other choice, so what if Michael and I weren’t best friends?’
NBA legend Scottie Pippen “thought about asking” Julius Erving to present him into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2010. However, Pippen
College Basketball News / Fastbreak on SI / April 5
Duke Star Cooper Flagg Meets NBA Legend Julius Erving
Cooper Flagg has had an excellent freshman season for the Duke Blue Devils. The 18-year-old is averaging 18.9 points, 7.5 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.3 blocks per contest while shooting 48.3% from the field and 37.4% from the three-point range in 36 games.
The 'Most 30-point games in NBA playoff history' quiz
How many of the NBA players with at least 30 games with 30 points in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / March 28
NBA Fans Comment On Julius Erving's ABA Photo
Julius Erving is one of the best basketball players of all time. Before his legendary run with the Philadelphia 76ers, the 75-year-old spent five seasons in the ABA with the Virginia Squires and New York Nets.
NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / March 6
Former NBA Coach Makes Bold Julius Erving Statement
Julius Erving is one of the best players in NBA (and ABA) history. Many of the greatest basketball players looked up to Erving before their own rise to superstardom.
College Basketball News / Rumble in the Garden / March 5
St. John’s men’s basketball standout R.J. Luis named finalist for the 2025 Julius Erving Award 
The Johnnies’ star swingman was named one of the five nominees for the award for best small forward in the country on Wednesday R.J. Luis is on the cusp of winning major hardware.
Detroit Pistons News / Detroit Pistons on SI / March 2
NBA Legend Makes Shocking Appearance at Detroit Pistons Game
It’s an eventful weekend for the Detroit Pistons in Michigan, as they are hosting two games on their home court in back-to-back fashion. First, the Denver Nuggets were in town.
Orlando Magic News / Fastbreak on SI / February 25
NBA Legend Magic Johnson Made Heartfelt Julius Erving Statement
Magic Johnson and Julius Erving are two of the best 30 players in NBA history. In addition, they are also among the most beloved sports athletes of their time.
NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / February 25
Philadelphia 76ers Send Message To NBA Legend Julius Erving
After a short run in the ABA, Julius Erving played all of 11 of his NBA seasons with the Philadelphia 76ers. The Basketball Hall of Famer led the franchise to the 1983 NBA Championship over Magic Johnson and the Los Angeles Lakers.
NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / February 23
NBA Legend Vince Carter Sends Heartfelt Message To Julius Erving
On Saturday, Basketball Hall of Famer Julius Erving celebrated his 75th birthday. Many former NBA legends looked up to Erving, as he is among the most exciting players of all time.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Athlon Sports / February 21
NBA Legend Julius Erving Doesn’t Hold Back Thoughts on Joel Embiid Amid 76ers’ Struggles
The Philadelphia 76ers are having one of their most underwhelming seasons after a promising offseason. With Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey entering another season together, along with the addition of Paul George, expectations were high in the City of Brotherly Love.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Fastbreak on SI / February 21
NBA Legend Julius Erving Makes Feelings Clear About Joel Embiid
Joel Embiid is one of the best players in the NBA. However, the Philadelphia 76ers superstar has dealt with a lot of injuries over the previous two seasons.
Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / February 17
YouTube Gold: George McGinnis
One of the great talents to come out of the state of Indiana By the time that the ABA ran out of money and was absorbed by the NBA (they call it a merger but the ABA was running on fumes and really it was more of a takeover), the upstart league had developed a very different identity than the older NBA.
NBA News / Sporting News / January 26
Where does Julius Erving rank among top 10 NBA wings of all time?
Where does Dr. J rank among the greatest NBA wings ever?
NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / January 26
NBA Legend Vince Carter Makes Heartfelt Julius Erving Statement
On Saturday evening, the Brooklyn Nets hosted the Miami Heat at Barclays Center in New York. However, all of the attention was on former Nets star Vince Carter, who had his jersey officially retired by the organization.
NBA News / CBSSports.com / January 25
Vince Carter jersey retirement: Nets honor Hall of Famer with ceremony featuring 'hero' Julius Erving
Carter and Dr. J are two of seven Nets to have their jerseys retired
NBA News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / January 20
A Julius Erving Poster Dunk Led To Two Hall Of Famers Not Speaking For A Decade
NBA Hall of Famer Julius Erving hurt a lot of feelings with his thunderous dunk. There was one, however, that had stronger results than just a stare down.
Chicago Bulls News / Basketball Network / December 10
Julius Erving explained why Horace Grant never became a superstar: 'In terms of improving his game, he wasn't hearing it'
Julius Erving found out what was holding Grant back from breaking out into a superstar.
San Antonio Spurs News / Basketball Network / December 2
Julius Erving explained why he was a big San Antonio Spurs fan: 'I always admired the way Tim Duncan played'
Julius Erving played all of his 11 NBA seasons with the Philadelphia 76ers. So it's no surprise that, long after his retirement, Erving still has an affinity for his former team and is a big fan of theirs.
NBA News / Basketball Network / November 29
Julius Erving became the third leading scorer in history in 1985 after a horrible game: 'Passing Elvin could have come on a better night'
Playing for the Philadelphia 76ers 1985, Julius Erving racked up enough points to overtake Elvin Hayes third all-time leading scorer at the time. However, Erving admitted it could have been better had he achieved it on a different night.
NBA News / Basketball Network / November 17
Julius Erving when asked if he could still dunk in his 70s: 'My last dunk was at 63, I'm dunking donuts now'
Julius Erving is one of the greatest players to ever play basketball. As one of the first superstars in the sport, he revolutionized the game with his acrobatic shots and creative dunks.
NBA News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / November 6
Vintage Converse Commercial Featuring Julius Erving Resurfaces
Michael Jordan and LeBron James are among the biggest shoe salesmen in NBA history. But before both of them, there was Julius "Dr. J" Erving. He was one of the first players to have a shoes endorsement.
Philadelphia 76ers News / Yardbarker / January 5, 2023
Watch: Dr. J's 'Rock the Cradle' slam dunk on 40th anniversary
In a league that has since given us Michael Jordan, Vince Carter, LeBron James, Blake Griffin and others, Dr. J's dunk still stands the test of time as perhaps the best of the best.
Brooklyn Nets News / Yardbarker / November 8, 2022
Basketball legend doesn't think Kyrie Irving will lose NBA career
Whether it's with the Brooklyn Nets or another NBA team, Hall of Famer Dr. J -- Julius Erving -- believes that Kyrie Irving is going to get another shot in the NBA.
Julius Erving: Career retrospective
The high-flying dunker revolutionized the art form into what it is today. The New York legend. The face of the ABA. An NBA champion. Julius “Dr. J.” Erving is a man of many titles. Let’s take a moment to appreciate the greatness that is Dr. J.
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