Julius Erving

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Julius Erving Vital Stats

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- Height: 6-7
- Weight: 210
- Years Pro: 16

Julius Erving Timeline

February 22, 1950: Born
1971: Begins pro career for the Virginia Squires of the ABA
1973: Traded to the New York Nets
1976: Wins first ever Slam Dunk Contest
1976: Sold to the Philadelphia 76ers after league merger
1979: Stars in film The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh
1981: Wins NBA MVP
1983: Finally leads Philadelphia 76ers to the NBA Championship
1988: Retires from basketball
1993: Inducted into Hall of Fame
1996: Named to NBA 50 Greatest players of All-Time

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Guide Note

Julius Erving, affectionately known as "Dr. J," is a former professional basketball player and member of the Basketball Hall of Fame.

Fast Facts

Full name: Julius Winfield Erving II
Born: February 22, 1950
Birthplace: Roosevelt, New York
High school: Roosevelt High School
College: University of Massachusetts

Early Life

Julius Winfield Erving II was born in Roosevelt, New York, on February 22, 1950, and went on to attend Roosevelt High School. He continued his education at the University of Massachusetts. In 1972, Erving was selected by the Milwaukee Bucks with the twelfth pick in the NBA Draft.¹

Pro Career

In his career, Erving averaged 22 points, 6.7 rebounds and 3.9 assists per game.² He was elected the NBA most valuable player in 1981 and named five times to the All-NBA first team. Julius Erving was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1993. In 1996, Erving was honored as one of the fifty greatest players in NBA history. ³

Julius Erving Timeline

February 22, 1950: Born
1971: Played for Virginia Squires of the ABA
1973: Traded to New York Nets
1976: Won first ever Slam Dunk Contest
1976: Sold to the Philadelphia 76ers
1981: Won NBA MVP
1983: Won NBA Finals with Philadelphia 76ers
1988: Retired from NBA
1993: Inducted into Basketball Hall of Fame
1996: Named one of NBA 50 greatest players of all-time

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