Historical clue formulations

• Dr. J, for all of his N.B.A. career — 2026-05-09
• Philly basketball player — 2024-01-09
• Philly basketballer — 2018-07-24
• Philadelphia N.B.A. player, informally — 2018-05-21
• Philly pro — 2017-08-15
• Knick foe — 2013-06-01
• Philly hoopster — 2009-03-26
• Net rival — 2008-11-29
• Dr. J was one — 2008-01-13
• Philly player — 2001-10-21
• Seventy-___ — 2000-03-24
• Cav competitor — 1995-09-24