Apr 14, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Julius Erving of the Philadelphia 76ers 1982-83 NBA Championship team waves to the crowd during their 30th anniversary celebration during halftime of the game between Philadelphia 76ers and Cleveland Cavaliers at the Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Philadelphia 76ers Send Message To NBA Legend Julius Erving

Originally posted on Fastbreak on SI | By Ben Stinar | Last updated Feb 25, 2025 1:39 AM ET

After a short run in the ABA, Julius Erving played all of 11 of his NBA seasons with the Philadelphia 76ers.

The Basketball Hall of Famer led the franchise to the 1983 NBA Championship over Magic Johnson and the Los Angeles Lakers.

On Saturday, Erving celebrated his 75th birthday, and the 76ers made a post (via Instagram) with a message.

Via The Philadelphia 76ers: "wishing a happy birthday to the legendary @juliuserving "

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Fans also reacts to the 76ers' post on X.

@phightinphils: "Happy Birthday Doc! You are what made me an NBA fan and got me to my first Championship parade in Philly back when I was still in elementary school. For me, your era will always be the best the NBA had to offer. Sixers, Celtics, Lakers?! Forget about it! Have a wonderful day!"

Happy Birthday Doc! You are what made me an NBA fan and got me to my first Championship parade in Philly back when I was still in elementary school. For me, your era will always be the best the NBA had to offer. Sixers, Celtics, Lakers?! Forget about it! Have a wonderful…
— Joe Hipp (@phightinphils) February 22, 2025

@AnthonyGaenzle: "Proud of my son. He chose #6 because of Julius Erving for his jersey this year. He’s 9, so he obviously never saw him play live. But he’s seen replays and respects the game."

Proud of my son. He chose #6 because of Julius Erving for his jersey this year. He’s 9, so he obviously never saw him play live. But he’s seen replays and respects the game.
— Anthony Gaenzle (@AnthonyGaenzle) February 23, 2025

Erving had averages of 22.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 1.8 steals and 1.5 blocks per contest while shooting 50.7% from the field in 836 games for the 76ers.

This article first appeared on Fastbreak on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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