Overview

• Carmelo Anthony and Dwight Howard are finalists for the 2025 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, both as individuals and as members of the 2008 U.S. Olympic 'Redeem Team.'
• Anthony, a 10-time NBA All-Star and NCAA champion, ranks 10th in NBA career points and is celebrated for his scoring ability and leadership despite not winning an NBA title.
• Other notable finalists include women’s basketball legends Sue Bird, Maya Moore, Sylvia Fowles, and Jennifer Azzi, all recognized for their Olympic and professional achievements.
• The Hall of Fame class will be announced on April 5 during the NCAA men’s Final Four, with enshrinement scheduled for September 5-6 in Springfield, Massachusetts.
• Additional finalists include NBA figures Marques Johnson, Buck Williams, and Micky Arison, as well as coaches Billy Donovan and Mark Few, and international basketball icons like Dusan Ivkovic.