Springfield prepares for 2026 Hall of Fame induction
- On Saturday, the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026 was formally enshrined at Symphony Hall in Springfield, Massachusetts, honoring nine individuals and one team.
- The Class of 2026 was selected for contributions to basketball's global growth, domestically and internationally, representing the sport's highest individual achievement.
- NBA honorees included Doc Rivers, who won the 2008 title with Boston; Amar'e Stoudemire; Mike D'Antoni; and Joey Crawford, an official for 39 years who worked 50 Finals games.
- WNBA MVPs Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, and Chamique Holdsclaw were enshrined alongside the unbeaten 1996 USA Basketball Women's National Team, cementing women's basketball legacy.
- Rivers reflected, "Basketball took this kid from Maywood around the world," while inductees urged younger players to grow, love, and improve the game for future generations.
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The two technicians were inducted into the Hall of Fame on the night of Saturday to Sunday in Springfield, Massachusetts. WNBA Candace Parker's legend was also celebrated.
Nine new members were named to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, with veteran coach Glenn "Doc" Rivers among those honored.
Amar’e Stoudemire among enshrinees at 2026 Naismith ceremony - Regional Media News
Amar'e Stoudemire headlined the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026 as the group was formally enshrined Saturday night at Symphony Hall in Springfield, Mass. Stoudemire, a six-time All-Star during a 14-year NBA career with the Phoenix Suns, New York Knicks, Dallas Mavericks and Miami Heat, was part of an eight-member class of individuals enshrined. The five-time All-NBA member spoke on the importance of perseverance and belief, key me…
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