The nominees to enter the Hall of Fame 2026 announced!
Blake Griffin leads the list of candidates for next year's draft, which will be announced on April 4th.
The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced on Friday the preliminary list of candidates for the class of 2026, and among the names making their first appearance are highly recognized figures of modern basketball such as Blake Griffin, Candace Parker, and Jamal Crawford, in addition to the historic 1996 United States women's Olympic team.
In total, nearly 200 players, coaches, teams, and contributors were included on the preliminary ballot, marking the first step in the selection process for one of the sport's greatest honors.
In addition to Griffin, Parker, and Crawford, other high-profile newcomers on the list include Elena Delle Donne and Joe Johnson in the player category, as well as Mike D'Antoni as a contributor, recognizing his influence both in the NBA and in the tactical development of the modern game.
"The pool of candidates for the class of 2026 has made a deep and lasting impact on basketball," said John L. Doleva, President and CEO of the Hall of Fame. "Their decisive performances, leadership, and achievements helped elevate the sport nationally and internationally. This vote celebrates those who continue to influence how basketball is played, coached, and experienced."
The Announcement Date
As is customary, the finalists will be announced during the NBA All-Star Weekend in February, while the definitive names of the class of 2026 will be revealed on April 4th, coinciding with the NCAA Final Four.
The induction ceremony will be held over two days, on August 14th and 15th, with events at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut, and at Symphony Hall in Springfield, Massachusetts, the historic home of the Hall of Fame.
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