Dr. J, aka Julius Erving, is 75 years old.
Born on February 22, 1950, he's the basketball legend nicknamed "Doctor J" for his sky-high dunks and game-changing style that redefined above-the-rim play in the ABA and NBA.

Birth Details

Julius Winfield Erving II entered the world in East Meadow, New York, on February 22, 1950—making him 75 today (as of February 2026, just past his latest birthday).

He grew up in Roosevelt, New York, after early years in nearby Hempstead, honing his skills on local playgrounds amid humble beginnings; his mom raised him and his siblings alone after his dad left when he was three.

The nickname "Dr. J" stuck from high school buddy Leon Saunders, who dubbed him "the Doctor" for his precise, surgical moves on the court.

Career Highlights

  • ABA/NBA Dominance : Erving scored over 30,000 points across leagues, won an NBA title with the Philadelphia 76ers in 1983, and pioneered modern dunking flair.
  • College Standout : At UMass (1968-1971), he averaged 26+ points and 20+ rebounds per game—a rare NCAA feat shared by only a handful of greats.
  • Physical Specs : Stood 6'7" (2.01m), 210 lbs, playing as a guard/forward with unmatched aerial acrobatics.

Latest Buzz

Even in his 70s, Dr. J stays active—his X account (@JuliusErving) posted as recently as October 2024 with "I don’t jump, I fly," alongside Sixers throwbacks.

A 2015 Reddit clip went viral showing him dunking at 63, fueling fan chats on r/nba and r/VintageNBA about his timeless athleticism.

No major health updates since a 2018 recovery post shared on X, where he thanked fans while chilling with family.

"I don’t jump, I fly." – Dr. J, Oct 2024

TL;DR: Julius "Dr. J" Erving turns 76 next month (Feb 22), forever the 75-year-old icon who made basketball soar.

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