A Bit of New Jersey Nets History: The New York press turned Julius Erving into an overnight media sensation, and "Dr. J" turned the Nets into a championship-caliber club and a box-office bonanza. He was surrounded by a young but talented supporting cast. Erving was only 23 years old; his cohorts in the starting lineup were rookies Kenon (age 22) and Williamson (21), and second-year guard Brian Taylor (22). The "old man" of the starting five was center Billy Paultz, a four-year veteran at 25. The grateful recipient of this plethora of talent was Kevin Loughery, who replaced Lou Carnesecca as the team's head coach. (source: NBA.com)