Julius Erving will celebrate his 76th birthday on Sunday, just a few weeks after the 50th anniversary of the event that led ...

The NBA Slam Dunk Contest has featured some of the most memorable moments in league history. While it’s been hit or miss in recent years, the Slam Dunk Contest is still possibly the most anticipated ...

In a legendary moment from the 1988 Slam Dunk Contest, Michael Jordan revealed that Julius Erving—aka Dr. J—was the spark behind his iconic free-throw line dunk. With the contest on the line and ...

ulius Erving’s first pro dunk wasn’t just a highlight—it was a revelation. In his ABA debut with the Virginia Squires, Dr. J soared between 7'2" Artis Gilmore and 6'9" Dan Issel, posterizing both with ...

It has been five decades since the night the Slam Dunk Contest was born, but David Thompson remembers it like it happened yesterday. Thompson, one of five players to compete in the first Slam Dunk ...

Julius Erving, an all-time 76ers great whose No. 6 is retired by the franchise, will celebrate his 76th birthday on Sunday. As the basketball legend marks a milestone, here’s a look back at the 10 ...

Harper was one of the most exciting prospects in the league, highlighted by a dunk on Erving that he said made him retire.

MJ from the free throw line. Vince Carter declaring “it’s over.” Dwight Howard flying like Superman. Stream Los Angeles News for free, 24/7, wherever you are. The NBA Slam Dunk Contest has featured ...