Dr. J released from hospital, expected to make full recovery
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Hall of Fame forward Julius Erving is expected to make a full recovery after he was admitted to hospital Friday night.
Erving's management team released an update stating that the 67-year-old has been released, while thanking fans for their well wishes.
Message from Mr. Erving’s Management Team: Mr. Erving has been released from the hospital after a comprehensive medical evaluation. He’s expected to make a full recovery and sincerely thanks all of his friends and fans for their well wishes and prayers.
— Julius Dr J Erving (@JuliusErving) January 6, 2018
Erving left Friday's game between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Detroit Piston after he fell ill.