Julius Erving

Born: 1950-02-22

Birthplace: East Meadow, Long Island, New York, USA

Biography

Julius Winfield Erving II, commonly known by the nickname "Dr. J", is an American retired basketball player who helped popularize a modern style of play that emphasizes leaping and playing above the rim in his career at the ABA and the NBA.

Known For

Philadelphia
Hustle
Reggie
The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh
Kareem: Minority of One
Goose
The Journey of the African-American Athlete
NB80s
The Jay Leno Special
The Making of Mr. October: The Reggie Jackson Story

Top Movie Credits

Philadelphia Julius Erving
Hustle Julius 'Dr. J' Erving
NB80s Self (archive footage)