The dunk contest tradition did not start in the NBA. It was the ABA that launched it in 1976 and the champion, Julius Erving didn't just win. He validated an entire art form in the sport. The ABA's ...

The great Julius Erving was one of the first players to truly revolutionize the game of basketball. He was credited for making the game more exciting with his electrifying dunks and tricks in mid-air.

“The Basketball 100” is the definitive ranking of the 100 greatest NBA players of all time from The Athletic’s team of award-winning writers and analysts, including veteran columnists David Aldridge ...

Julius Erving is recognized as one of the greatest dunkers of all time. The 1981 NBA MVP won the first-ever dunk contest in 1976, and long before Michael Jordan, he was the first to take off from the ...

Since then, LeBron has redefined both the position and the sport. He has become one of the most unique players in NBA history because he is not only a small forward, but he can also play multiple ...

Julius Erving was a basketball megastar in his prime during the 1970s and '80s. Many legends were deeply inspired by Dr. J, including the likes of Michael Jordan, among others. While Dr. J is no ...

Despite being only 23 years old, one NBA high-flyer has already earned the respect of The Doctor. Retired Basketball Hall of Famer Julius Erving appeared this week on a episode of “NBA Today.” During ...

NBA legend Julius "Dr. J" Erving discussed his career and friendships at Jerry Colangelo's Hall of Fame Golf Classic. Erving recalled his playing days against the Phoenix Suns and holds a comical ...

People clearly still gravitate towards The Doctor. Retired NBA icon Julius Erving went viral this weekend for the loaded group of friends he had sitting with him during Saturday’s In-Season Tournament ...

Julius Erving honing his basketball skills at the Hempstead Salvation Army in Long Island wasn't the only thing he did while at the campus. While there, young Dr. J was also attracted to one of the ...

“I'm more versatile than King Kong” – Shaquille O'Neal details refusing to let brands use his size as a gimmick Shaq breaks down why he refused to play oversized monsters in commercials. LeBron James’ ...