Julius Erving shares nostalgic Instagram post about dunking
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 5:37 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
On July 16, Julius Erving posted on Instagram, recalling his iconic dunking moments against the Detroit Pistons. The post garnered over 1,000 likes and featured a nostalgic image, showing Erving's enduring influence and popularity among fans. Even after his retirement in 1987, Erving continues to engage with his followers through social media, reflecting on his legacy in basketball. His standing as a legend of the Philadelphia 76ers remains significant in the sport today.
- •Erving's Instagram post recalls moments against the Pistons.
- •The post received over 1,000 likes within hours.
- •Erving retired from professional basketball in 1987.
- •He remains actively engaged with fans on social media.
- •Julius Erving is a celebrated figure in 76ers history.
- 5:37 AMYahoo Sports — Philadelphia 76ers Legend Julius Erving Sends Out 5-Word Post
"Julius Erving is one of the best players in all of NBA (and ABA) history.He last played during the 1986-87 season.That said, Erving’s Instagram account is still very active.76ers Legend Julius Erving Sends Out PostOn Thursday, Erving made a post to Instagram that had over 1,000 likes.He wrote: “Dunking on the Detroit Pistons. Photo by […] The post Philadelphia 76ers Legend Julius Erving Sends Out 5-Word Post appeared first on HEAVY.
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