Basketball Legends and Olympic Heroes Inducted into Hall of Fame Class of 2025
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The Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2025 includes notable figures such as Carmelo Anthony, Dwight Howard, and Sue Bird, along with the 2008 U.S. Olympic 'Redeem Team'. The inductees, announced on April 5, 2025, also feature WNBA stars Maya Moore and Sylvia Fowles, coach Billy Donovan, Miami Heat's Micky Arison, and referee Danny Crawford. The enshrinement ceremony is set for September 5-6 in Connecticut and Massachusetts, celebrating a diverse group of basketball contributors.
Key Points
Carmelo Anthony and Dwight Howard are being inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame twice in 2025, both individually and as part of the 2008 U.S. Olympic 'Redeem Team'.
The 'Redeem Team' won gold at the Beijing Olympics, marking the start of a five consecutive Olympic title run for USA Basketball's men's program.
WNBA stars Sue Bird, Maya Moore, and Sylvia Fowles, along with coach Billy Donovan, Miami Heat's Micky Arison, and referee Danny Crawford are also part of the Class of 2025.
The inductees have collectively contributed to 11 WNBA or NBA championships, 15 Olympic gold medals, 37 All-NBA or All-WNBA appearances, and 45 All-Star selections.
The enshrinement ceremony will take place on September 5-6 at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut, and the Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts.
The 'Redeem Team' was significant in restoring USA Basketball's dominance after the 2004 Olympic team's bronze medal performance.
