I firmly believe that respect is a lot more important, and a lot greater, than popularity. – Julius Erving
I liked the game, I enjoyed the game, and the game fed me enough, and gave me enough rewards to reinforce that this is something that I should spend time doing, and that I could possibly make a priority in my life, versus other sports. – Julius Erving
I keep both eyes on my man. The basket hasnt moved on me yet. – Julius Erving
In 1981, at age 31, I was voted the best player in basketball, and the most valuable player in the league. – Julius Erving
I have to confess that I had gambled on my soul and lost it with heroic insouciance and lightness of touch. The soul is so impalpable, so often useless, and sometimes such a nuisance, that I felt no more emotion on losing it than if, on a stroll, I had mislaid my visiting card. – Charles Baudelaire