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BOSTON, MA – 1977: Julius Erving #6 of the Philadelphia 76ers walks on to the court during a game against the Boston Celtics played circa 1977 at the Boston Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1977 NBAE (Photo by Dick Raphael/NBAE via Getty Images)
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BOSTON, MA – 1977: Julius Erving #6 of the Philadelphia 76ers walks on to the court during a game against the Boston Celtics played circa 1977 at the Boston Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1977 NBAE (Photo by Dick Raphael/NBAE via Getty Images)
Everybody look sharp. Dr J is in the house. But the way the Lakers vs Pelicans showdown is going, Julius Erving has practically checked out of the game. Some viewers noticed he had more important things occupying his attention courtside. It sums up the feelings of the ‘Lakeshow’ watchers since the third quarter sealed the conclusion.
The Los Angeles Lakers completely annihilated the New Orleans Pelicans 133-89. The wide score gap was established early into the second half. Fans and viewers alike see no point in waiting for the buzzer. Julius Erving doesn’t feel the need either.
Fans noticed the NBA legend courtside at the game with no interest in the goings-on on the court at all. He’s interested in reading an A4 sheet of paper. As Joey said on FRIENDS, “Never seen a guy stare so hard at a piece of paper…”
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Lmao what is Julius Erving looking at?? Dr. J pic.twitter.com/R0AbOcn2cN
— Oh no he didn't (@ohnohedidnt24) December 8, 2023
The In-Season Tournament in Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena is turning into a star-studded affair. Besides Dr J, more legends like Julius Erving, Gary Payton, Floyd Mayweather Jr., Vivica A. Fox, and the Las Vegas Aces team were in the audience.
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He may have been disinterested but he made the people there feel like they had royalty among their midst. That’s the panache of Dr J.
WNBA star is swooning over Dr J
The announcers for the game, Candace Parker and Doc Rivers were starstruck seeing Dr J in their midst. Even though he was busy in that mysterious piece of paper, he was exuding that three-time championship vibe. Candace
"He's SMOOTH in that suit… he even sits down cool"
– Candace Parker and Doc Rivers shout out Dr. J 🤣
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🏆 Winner faces Pacers in Championship in Las Vegas on Saturday pic.twitter.com/I5W4whwL1L— NBA (@NBA) December 8, 2023
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“I don’t even know how old he is but he’s smooth in that suit,” Parker said. FYI Ace, the sharply-dressed NBA superstar is rocking 73. Doc Rivers added, “He even sits down cool. Who reads a stat sheet like that.” That’s how the announcer resolved the mystery behind that piece of paper.
Maybe Erving wanted to see proof of LeBron James’ new record himself and was in awe. Even Magic Johnson couldn’t resist celebrating King James making 30 points in less than 23 minutes.
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James is the only NBA player to record 30+ points 5+ rebounds 5+ assists in 23 minutes or less. With his new record, he’s outdone the likes of Magic and Dr J too. What are your guesses for Dr J’s curious distraction? Fire away in the comments.
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