Overview

• The Springfield ceremony inducted Carmelo Anthony, Dwight Howard, Sue Bird, Maya Moore, Sylvia Fowles, coach Billy Donovan, Heat owner Micky Arison, referee Danny Crawford, and the 2008 U.S. Olympic men’s team.
• Bird, Moore, and Fowles became the first trio of WNBA players to enter the Hall in the same year.
• Anthony and Howard also entered as members of the 2008 “Redeem Team,” as LeBron James and coach Mike Krzyzewski reflected on the squad’s mission to restore U.S. respect in international play.
• Anthony delivered an emotional address about his journey and impact, Moore urged younger athletes to drive change in their communities, while Howard paid tribute to his parents and acknowledged family hardships.
• Coverage underscored UConn’s imprint through Bird and Moore’s Husky roots, while Fowles’ credentials included two WNBA titles, four Defensive Player of the Year awards, a 2017 MVP, and the league’s career field-goal percentage record.