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Julius Erving, also known as Dr. J, is one of the most iconic basketball players of all time. He was a revolutionary figure in the sport, and is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time.
Erving began his professional career in 1972 with the Virginia Squires of the American Basketball Association (ABA). He quickly established himself as
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Julius Erving, also known as Dr. J, is one of the most iconic basketball players of all time. He was a revolutionary figure in the sport, and is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time.
Erving began his professional career in 1972 with the Virginia Squires of the American Basketball Association (ABA). He quickly established himself as one of the best players in the league, and was named the ABA Most Valuable Player in 1974 and 1976. He was also a four-time ABA All-Star.
In 1976, Erving joined the Philadelphia 76ers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was an instant success, leading the 76ers to the NBA Finals in 1977 and 1980. He was also named the NBA Most Valuable Player in 1981. He was a four-time NBA All-Star and was named to the All-NBA First Team three times.
Erving was known for his incredible athleticism and acrobatic style of play. He was one of the first players to popularize the slam dunk, and was a master of the finger roll. He was also a great passer and defender, and was known for his ability to make spectacular plays.
Erving retired in 1987 after a Hall of Fame career. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1993. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, and his legacy lives on in the game of basketball.
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-Bob Griese
-Chi Chi Rodriguez
-Bill Toomey
-Mary Decker
-Roger Staubach
-Kyle Rote Jr.
-Stan Smith
-Lou Brock
-Laura Bough
-Julius Erving
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Al DeRogatis:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Al_DeRogatis