Power Forward MPA
Please note that this does not reflect the last five Power Forward inducted but rather the previous five peak runs of that particular player. Also, we are going with what each player predominantly played. For some positions, we see very different players who bring unique skill sets, and just like at Center, that is very much the case for Power Forwards.
The five Power Forwards we are using as the baseline are:
Dirk Nowitzki. Class of 2023 & Peak Period 2004-05 to 2010-11: A career Dallas Maverick, Nowitzki also played some time at Center, but he was a Power Forward more often, especially in his peak period.
Chris Webber. Class of 2021 & Peak Period 1996-97 to 2002-03: Webber played most of his career at Power Forward, though he occasionally lined up at Center.
Tim Duncan. Class of 2020 & Peak Period 1999-2000 to 2005-06: Duncan was the hardest to classify. “Big Fundamental” arguably played more at Center throughout his career, but in his Peak Period, he was more of a Power Forward, hence why he is listed here and not at the five.
Kevin Garnett. Class of 2020 & Peak Period 1999-2000 to 2005-06: Garnett played mostly at Power Forward but, late in his career, was more a Center, and early in it, saw some time at Small Forward.
Dennis Rodman. Class of 2011 & Peak Period 1988-89 to 1994-95: Rodman is a fascinating name on this as not only did he play a significant part of his career as a Small Forward (including his peak period), but he was not a prolific scorer but a far more adept rebounder than the four other legends in his peer group. There will be a significant change in the statistical bar when he is removed from these five (and he will be the first to be removed once the next Power Forward is inducted).
Peak Period is the best seven consecutive seasons by a player.*All-NBA have weighted points. 3 for the First Team, 2 for the Second Team, and 1 for the Third Team.
MVP and Defensive Player of the Year have weighted points. 10 for 1st Place, 9 for 2nd Place, 8 for 3rd Place, 7 for 4th Place, 6 for 5th Place, 5 for 6th Place, 4 for 7th Place, 3 for 8th Place, 2 for 9th Place and 1 for 10th Place.
All-Defensive have weighted points. 2 for the First Team, 1 for the Second Team.
Shining the spotlight on Chris Webber's journey to the Hall of Fame
The saga of Chris Webber’s induction into the Hall of Fame reads like a script out of a sports drama - complete with incredible highs, challenging lows, and a career that, while celebrated, often sparked debate over its recognition at the highest level. In the world of nba selections, where talent abounds and competition is fierce, getting a nod to the Hall of Fame is a testament to a player's outstanding contributions to the game. Chris Webber's journey there is a tale worth telling, illustrating not just his on-court prowess but the intangible ways in which he left an indelible mark on the sport.
Understanding the puzzle of recognition
The Hall of Fame serves as the pinnacle of acknowledgement for basketball players, a symbol of their impact and legacy. For Chris Webber, whose career spanned 15 rollercoaster years, the road to recognition was fraught with anticipation. Despite being a five-time NBA All-Star and a pivotal member of the Sacramento Kings, where he propelled the team to new heights, his journey to the Hall of Fame recognition was a lengthy process, filled with debates among fans and analysts alike. His impact, undeniably significant, was measured against the backdrop of basketball’s ever-evolving landscape and the myriad of stars vying for this honor.
Webber’s undeniable mark on the game
Chris Webber's career was distinguished by more than just numbers, though his statistics are impressive. Beyond the points, rebounds, and assists, it was Webber's ability to redefine the power forward position that stood out. His versatility allowed him to be effective everywhere on the court, making him one of the first in a new breed of players who could do it all. This adaptability not only made him a formidable opponent but also shifted the paradigm for how players in his position would be viewed in the future. Webber's signature games, especially during the early 2000s with the Sacramento Kings, left fans in awe and solidified his place as one of the most talented players of his generation.
The ongoing debate over Hall of Fame worthiness
For years, the discussion around Chris Webber's Hall of Fame candidacy was a hot topic. Critics pointed to the absence of an NBA Championship ring as a significant gap in his resume. However, supporters argued that focusing purely on championships undermines the individual impact a player can have on the game. They highlighted Webber's leadership, both on and off the court, as well as his role in changing how the power forward position was played. Moreover, Webber’s contributions extended beyond the hardwood floors; his work as a broadcaster and analyst has enriched the game's narrative, providing insights that only a player of his caliber could offer.
A legacy beyond the statistics
When Chris Webber was finally inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2021, it was a moment of validation not just for him but for those who advocate for a more nuanced approach to evaluating legacy. Webber's journey emphasizes that contribution to the sport isn’t solely about accolades or championships. It's about influence, innovation, and the ability to inspire the next generation. These are the markers of true greatness, the components that, when woven together, create a Hall of Fame-worthy career. Chris Webber's story, from his early days in Michigan to his profound impact in the NBA, serves as a reminder that the path to recognition is varied and filled with lessons that transcend the game.
Chris Webber's induction is not just a personal triumph but a celebration of basketball's rich and diverse history. It’s a testament to how players can shape the game in myriad ways, touching lives and inspiring countless individuals both on and off the court. As future generations look back on Webber’s career, they’ll find a player who embodied the spirit of the sport, who played with heart, and whose legacy extends far beyond the boundaries of a basketball court.
The Basketball Hall names 16 people to the Class of 2021
The day after the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame inducted the Class of 2020, the Class of 2021 has been announced.
Let’s get right to it:
The members of the Class of 2021 are:
Val Ackerman: After her playing career ended, Ackerman worked in the legal field and would later be a special assistant to NBA Commissioner, David Stern. She would become the first President of the WNBA (serving eight years) and became an appointee to the Board of Directors of USA Basketball.
Rick Adelman: Adelman was a former WCC Player of the Year, but he enters the Hall as a Coach, having helmed Portland (1989-94), Golden State (1995-97), Sacramento (1999-06), Houston (2007-11) and Minnesota (2011-14) with an overall record of 1,042-749.
Chris Bosh: Bosh enters Springfield on his second year of eligibility, and though he played more games with Toronto, it was his time in Miami with LeBron James and Dwyane Wade where he is best known. With the Heat, Bosh won two NBA Championships, and is an overall 11-time All-Star. Bosh also has an Olympic Gold Medal with Team U.S.A. in 2008.
Bob Dandridge: Dandridge is a two-time NBA Champion, one with Milwaukee (1971), and one with Washington (1978), and is a four-time NBA All-Star. Both the Bucks and his collegiate alumni, Norfolk State, retired his number.
Cotton Fitzsimmons: Fitzsimmons was an NBA Head Coach for Phoenix (1970-72, 1988-92 & 1996-97), Atlanta (1972-76), Buffalo (1977-78), Kansas City (1978-84) and San Antonio (1984-86) and was a two-time NBA Coach of the Year (1979 & 1989). He had a lifetime coaching record of 832-775.
Clarence “Fats” Jenkins’: Jenkins enters as this year’s Early African -American Pioneer inductee, and he most notably played for the New York Rens from 1925 to 1939. He also played in the Negro Leagues of baseball for twenty years.
Howard Garfinkel: Garfinkel, was the co-founder and director of Five-Star Basketball Camps and creator of Basketball Illustrated, the first high school scouting report. He was inducted to the College Basketball Hall of Fame in 2014.
Yolanda Griffith: Griffith was an eight-time WNBA All-Star, two-time All-WNBA First Team Selection and was twice the Rebounding leader. She also took the Sacramento Monarchs to a WNBA Championship in 2005, and while representing the United States, she won two Gold Olympic Gold Medals (2000 & 2004).
Lauren Jackson: One of the top female players ever, Australia’s Lauren Jackson was a seven-time WNBA All-Star, three-time WNBA MVP, and she led the Seattle Storm twice to an WNBA Championship. She was also a seven-time All-WNBA First Team Selection and was also a former Defensive Player of the Year. Internationally, Jackson led Australia to Gold in the 2008 World Championship, and captured three straight Silvers (2000, 2004 & 2008) at the Olympics.
Toni Kukoc: From Croatia, Kukoc is this year’s International Inductee. Kukoc famously was part of the Bulls’ second three-peat (1996-98), and was the NBA Sixth Man of the Year in 1996. In Europe, Kukoc was a five-time Euroscar Player of the Year, four-time Mister Europa Player of the Year, and he led Benetton Treviso to three consecutive EuroLeague Championships (1989-91). Representing Yugoslavia, he won Gold in 1990 World Cup, and Silver in the 1992 Olympics representing Croatia.
Pearl Moore: With 4,061 Points at Francis Marion College, Moore is the all-time leader in Points in Women’s College Basketball. She would later play professionaly in the Women’s Basketball League, and in 2011, she was chosen for the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame.
Paul Pierce: The arguable headliner of this class, Pierce enters on his first year of eligibility. An All-American at Kansas, Pierce was drafted by the Boston Celtics in 1998, where he was their best player, but needed help to bring them back to greatness. He got that when they signed Hall of Famers, Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett, and Pierce was the 2008 Finals MVP. Pierce was a ten-time All-Star, a four-time All-NBA honoree (one Second Team and three Third Team), and his number 34 was retired by both the Boston Celtics and University of Kansas.
Bill Russell: Russell enters the Hall again, this time as a Head Coach. His coaching career began while still playing for the Celtics, and he not only became the first African-American Head Coach in the NBA, he was the first to win the NBA Championship (1968). Russell won a second Title as a player/coach in 1969, and he would later coach Seattle (1973-77) and Sacramento (1987-88). He has an overall coaching record of 341-290
Ben Wallace: Wallace is one of the best defensive players in the last 30 years, and he was a four-time Defensive Player of the Year (2002, 2003, 2005 & 2006. Also, a five-time All-NBA Selection (three Second Team, and two Third Team), Wallace led the Pistons to the Championship in 2004, making him the first player of that championship squad to earn a spot in Springfield. Wallace also was a two-time Rebounding leader, one-time Blocks leader, and he also logged time for the Washington, Orlando, Chicago and Cleveland. The Pistons retired his number 3 in 2016.
Chris Webber: Webber was the leader of one of the most influential college teams in recent memory, “The Fab Five” of the University of Michigan. He would be most known for his failed time-out call in the NCAA Finals, but there was no doubt that he was the star of the NCAA. Professionally, Webber was a five-time All-Star, and three-time Second Team All-NBA Selection. Webber also was the 1994 Rookie of the Year, and he led the NBA in Rebounds in 1998-99, and his number 4. Was retired by the Sacramento Kings.
Jay Wright: Wright, who is the current Head Coach at Villanova, brought the Wildcats to three Final Fours, winning two National Championships (2016 & 2018), and he is also a two-time Naismith College Coach of the Year. He currently has a coaching record of 606-271.
We will begin work on revising our Notinhalloffame.com Basketball List. Look for that next month.
We here would like to congratulate the sixteen new members of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.
Major Update: Our Notinhalloffame Basketball List has been revised, Paul Pierce now #1
Hall of Fame related lists are at the forefront of what we do. Hell, it is in the name of our site; Notinhalloffame.com!
The problem (or actually our perpetual joy) is that we have to continuously revise lists, most of them annually. With the ones in reference to the main Halls of Fame, we try to tackle the revisions immediately. With that in mind, we are pleased to have our new Notinhalloffame.com Basketball list of those to consider for the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.
Before we get into it, please note that this list only covers the male candidates. We may look at doing a separate list for coaches, international, and women, but for now we will remain with this core list.
As always, the first thing we do is remove those who were chosen for the incoming class. This involved the removal of our top three, Tim Duncan, Kobe Bryant and Kevin Garnett, all of which were in their first year of eligibility. We should note that while Rudy Tomjanavich was also chosen for Springfield, he did so as a Coach, and in the Basketball Hall, you can enter multiple times as a Coach and as a Player.
The second thing we do is input the new entries who are now eligible and are worthy of being ranked.
The third is look at your comments and votes and alter accordingly.
The complete list can be found here, but below are the former players who now comprise our new top ten.
Paul Pierce debuts at #1, and is our highest ranked new entry. Pierce was a ten-time All-Star, and was chosen for four All-NBA Teams (one Second Team and three Third Team). Pierce was a teammate of this year’s inductee, Kevin Garnett, in Boston, and he was the Finals MVP in their Championship win in 2008.
Chris Bosh moved from #4 to #2. Bosh was openly upset when he was not included in this list of Finalists for the 2020 Hall of Fame Class, but we suspect this was to hold him back for a class with Pierce. The former Raptor and Heat player, was an 11-time All-Star and won two NBA Championships with Miami.
Chris Webber climbs back to #3 from #5. Webber was the leader of the Michigan’s “Fab Five”, and was the NBA Rookie of the Year. C-Webb was a five-time All-Star, and was once a First Team All-NBA Selection, as well as a three-time Second Team All-NBA Selection. Webber was at one time ranked number one on this list.
Ben Wallace moves up two spots to #4. Wallace was a part of the Detroit Pistons 2004 NBA Championship, and he was a four-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year. The four-time All-Star was a three-time Second Team All-NBA and a two-time Third Team All-NBA Selection.
Shawn Kemp rose three to #5. The former Seattle SuperSonic went to six All-Star Games, and was chosen for three-time Second Team squads.
Max Zaslofsky also went up three spots from #9 to #6. Zaslofsky was a four-time First Team All-NBA player in the 1940s and 1950s.
Mark Aguirre climbed to #7 from #10. The former Naismith College Player of the Year, won two NBA Championships as a Detroit Piston, and he was also a three-time All-Star.
Tim Hardaway returns to the top ten, moving up to #8. The former five-time All-Star was a star at Golden State, and he was also a First Team All-NBA player in 1997.
Lou Hudson shot up from #16 to #9. Hudson was a six-time All-Star.
Bob Dandridge closes the top ten, and he rose from #13. He was a four-time All-Star, and he won two NBA Titles, one with Milwaukee and one with Washington.
There are two new entries.
Deron Williams enters at #57 and Metta World Peace (the former Ron Artest) makes his list debut at #83.
At present, the list goes to 115. In the future, the intent is to bring it to 150, where it will be capped at that number.
You know what we want you to do!
Take a look at the new list, and cast your votes and offer your opinions.
As always, we here at Notinhalloffame.com thank you for your support.
Six Names leaked for the Basketball Hall of Fame
Six names for the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame have been revealed byESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowskiand let’s just get right to who they are:
Al Attles: Attles played for the Philadelphia /San Francisco Warriors for over a decade but midway through the 1969/70 Season he would become the Warriors Player/Coach making him one of the first African-American Coaches in the National Basketball Association. He hung up the shoes a year later but was their Head Coach until 1983 where he would take them to the Championship in 1975 and compiled a 588-548 record.
Chuck Cooper: Cooper made history as the first African-American to be drafted in the NBA, which occurred when Boston Celtics chose him with their Second Round Pick (14thOverall) in 1950. Cooper played for Duquesne collegiately and was in the NBA for seven seasons (Boston 1950-54), Milwaukee/St. Louis Hawks (1954-56) and Fort Wayne (1956). Cooper faced intense prejudice as he would often have to stay in separate hotels and dine separately from his teammates. Cooper was chosen by the direct-elect Early African-American Pioneers Committee.
Vlade Divac: An NBA All Star in 2001, Vlade Divac had over 13,000 Points over his career and would take Yugoslavia to many championships, most notably a win at the 1990 World Cup. Divac is Serbian and has been known for his humanitarian efforts and he is currently the General Manager of the Sacramento Kings. He was ranked #24 by us on Notinhalloffame.com and he enters via the International Committee.
Bobby Jones: A Second Team All American from North Carolina, Bobby Jones began his pro career with the Denver Nuggets of the ABA in 1974 and would later join the Philadelphia 76ers until he retired in 1986. Jones would go to four All Star Games was named to eight First Team All Defensive squads was the first ever Sixth Man of the Year and in 1983 he helped the Sixers with the NBA Title. Jones was ranked #14 on our latest Notinhalloffame.com list.
Sidney Moncreif: Moncrief was a First Team All-American and SWC Player of the Year in 1979 and in the NBA he was a two time Defensive Player of the Year (1983 & 1984) and was a five time All Star (1982-86). Moncreif played 12 of his 13 seasons with the Milwaukee Bucks and he was ranked #2 on our latest Notinhalloffame.com list.
Paul Westphal: Westphal would help the Boston Celtics win the 1974 NBA Championship and from 1977 to 1981 he was named an All Star with three of those seasons (1977, 1979 & 1980) seeing him named a First Team All Pro while he was with the Phoenix Suns. He was ranked #15 on our last Notinhalloffame.com list.
Wojnarowski also announced that Chris Webber, Ben Wallace and Marques Johnson were not chosen.
For us Webber’s induction to the Basketball Hall of Fame is long overdue and we are guessing that they are wiping out his accomplishments at the University of Michigan due to the booster scandal he was involved in.
Next year is absolutely loaded as Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan, Chris Bosh and Kevin Garnett are now eligible. We will be updating our Notinhalloffame.com Basketball list next month.
We here at Notinhalloffame.com would like to congratulate the six men who have been reported to be inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.
Basketball Hall of Fame Projections
Prior to the NCAA Final Four, this Sunday the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame will be announcing the Class of 2018.
With the mandatory waiting period reduced to three from five years a loaded ballot emerged with promises to see a very talented group of inductees, four of which could be first ballot entries. The anticipation certainly makes us want to speculate as to just who will be chosen this Sunday, which we most certainly do because that is what Notinhalloffame.com was built for.
Of the thirteen Finalists, six of which are former NBA stars all of which have a case for enshrinement, with two Point Guards that according to MyTopSportsBooks.com consider a lock.Steve Nash is a former two time NBA MVP, worth mentioning as there has never been a MVP who did not receive the call from Springfield. With eight All Star appearances, eight post season All-NBA selections and five assists titles the Canadian likely has his Hall of Fame speech ready.
Amazingly, fellow Point Guard Jason Kidd who has never been named a league MVP actually brings forth a better resume than Nash. Kidd is also a five time Assists leader but went to more All Star Games (10) was an All-Defensive member four times and is a former NBA Champion with the Dallas Mavericks (2011). They are both going to get in this year with the only question being who will be named the headliner.
Ray Allen is being pegged by many as a sure thing, although we aren’t so sure. With Allen being a ten time All Star and two time NBA Champion, he will leapfrog Chris Webber who while has a stronger case as a more dominant NBA player suffers from his University of Michigan career being declared vacated following the scandal where he accepted money from a booster. Essentially, his Naismith College Player of the Year Award does not exist to the voters. Coincidentally, his college rival, Grant Hill from Duke makes his first appearance as a Finalist. If anyone can upset the Allen applecart it is Hill whom despite serious injuries carved out a 20 year NBA career. It will be interesting to see if both can get in.
Maurice Cheeks is definitely on the outside looking in for this class.
In terms of the rest of the Finalists we think former four time WNBA and nine time WNBA All-Star Tina Thompson should be getting in as will referee Hugh Evans and coach Kim Mulkey.
Unlikely to get in this year are Rudy Tomjanovich, Katie Smith, Charles “Lefty” Drissell and the Wayland Baptist University team.
The Basketball Hall of Fame announces their 2018 Finalists
The Finalists are:
Ray Allen: Allen is a two time NBA Champion (Boston 2008 & Miami 2013) and was a ten-time All Star. Allen is still the all-time leader in three pointers. An All-American at the University of Connecticut (1996), Allen also was a member of Team USA’s Gold Medal win in 2000.
Maurice Cheeks: Cheeks was a four time NBA All Star and four time selection for the All-Defensive Team. At the time of his retirement, Cheeks was fifth all-time in both Steals and Assists.
Lefty Driesell (Coach): Driesell is to date the only coach to win 100 Games at four different schools. Inducted into the College Basketball Hall of Fame in 2007, Driesell has a coaching record of 786-394.
Hugh Evans (Referee): Evans was an NBA referee from 1972 to 2001 and officiated nearly 2,000 Games.
Grant Hill: Hill was a 19 year veteran who was a First Team All-NBA Selection once and Second Team All-NBA Selection four times. He is also a two time NCAA Champion at Duke and was an Olympic Gold Medalist for Team U.S.A. in 1996.
Jason Kidd: Kidd was a ten time NBA All Star and was five times chosen for the First Team All-NBA roster. Kidd also was a four time First Team All-Defensive Selection and is second all-time in the NBA in Steals. He was a two time Olympic Gold Medalist with Team U.S.A. (2000 & 2008) and also is a NBA Champion with the Dallas Mavericks (2011).
Steve Nash: Nash was a two time NBA MVP (2005 & 2006) and was a three time First Team All-NBA Selection. Nash was a five time Assists leader and he still is the all-time leader in Free Throw Percentage.
Rudy Tomjanivich (Coach): While “Rudy T” has a case to be a Hall of Fame inductee as a player, this nomination is as a coach. Tomjanavich took the Rockets to back-to-back titles (1994 & 1995) and also was the Head Coach for Team U.S.A. at the 2000 Olympics.
Chris Webber: Webber was the 1994 NBA Rookie of the Year and was a five time All Star. The former of Michigan’s “Fab Five” was also a one time First Team NBA and three time Second Team NBA Selection.
Women’s Committee Finalists:
Kim Mulkey (Coach): Mulkey took Baylor to two NCAA Titles (2005 & 2012) and was the consensus Coach of the Year in 2012. Historically speaking, Mulkey is the only woman to win a NCAA Title as a Player, an Assistant Coach and a Head Coach.
Katie Smith: Smith is a former seven time WNBA All Star and is also a time WNBA Champion with the Detroit Shock. She is also a three time Olympic Gold Medalist (2000, 2004 & 2008) with Team U.S.A.
Tina Thompson: A four time WNBA Champion with the Houston Comets (1997-00), Thompson holds the distinction of being the first ever draft pick of the WNBA. Thompson is also a two Olympic Champion with Team U.S.A. (2004 & 2008).
Wayland Baptist University: WBU won 131 straight games from 1953 to 1958 and would win 10 AAU National Championships.
The Class of 2018 will be announced on March 31 during The Final Four.
We look at all of the Nominees for the Basketball HOF
Let’s get right to the nominees for the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2018:
Oh…and be patient…It is quite the long list
Players (North American Committee):
Mark Aguirre: Aguirre is a two time NBA Champion with the Pistons and was also a three time NBA All Star. In 1980 at DePaul he was named the Naismith College Player of the Year.
Ray Allen: The king of the three point shot is a two time NBA Champion
(Boston 2008 & Miami 2013) and is 24th all-time in scoring. Allen was also a ten time All Star and was the 1996 Big East Player of the Year.
Chauncey Billups: The motor of the surprise Detroit Pistons 2004 NBA Title team and a seven time All Star. He was the Finals MVP in ’04.
Muggsy Bogues: Bogues was a fifteen year NBA veteran most notably with the Charlotte Hornets.
Maurice Cheeks: Cheeks won the NBA Title with the Sixers in 1983 and was a four time All Star. He was also a four time First Team All-Defensive Selection.
Richard Hamilton: “Rip” was another member of the 2004 Detroit Pistons team and was a NCAA Champion and Most Outstanding Player of the 1999 Tournament.
Tim Hardaway: A five time NBA All Star, Tim Hardaway was also a five time All-NBA Selection.
Grant Hill: A two time champion at Duke, Hill was a seven time NBA All Star. Considering his rash of injuries the fact that he played eighteen years professionally is a testament to his dedication to the game of Basketball.
Kevin Johnson: K.J. is a three time NBA All Star and a four time Second Team All NBA Selection.
Marques Johnson: Johnson was a NCAA Champion at UCLA in 1975 and was named the National College Player of the Year in 1977. He was also a five time NBA All Star.
Bobby Jones: Jones was an NBA Champion with the Sixers in 1983 and was an eight time First Team NBA All Defensive Selection. He also was a four time All Star and a Sixth Man of the Year.
Steve Nash: Easily the biggest beneficiary from the new rule change, Nash should be a first ballot inductee. The Canadian Point Guard is a former two-time MVP and an eight time All Star. He is also third all-time in Assists.
Jason Kidd: Kidd, who is now coaching the Milwaukee Bucks, was also an elite Point Guard who was a ten time All Star. Second all-time in Assists, Kidd won a title with the Dallas Mavericks in 2011.
Sidney Moncrief: Moncrief is a two time NBA Defensive Player of the Year who also was chosen for five All Star Games. The former Milwaukee Buck was also a one time All-NBA First Team and four time All-NBA Second Team Selection.
Jack Sikma: Sikma helped Seattle win the NBA Championship in 1979 and was a seven time All Star.
Ben Wallace: Wallace was an NBA Champion with the Detroit Pistons in 2004. Wallace was a four time All Star and a four time Defensive Player of the Year. He was also a two time Rebounding Champion.
Chris Webber: A legend from the University of Michigan “Fab Five”, Chris Webber also was the NBA Rookie of the Year (1994) and a five time All-NBA Selection.
Paul Westphal: Westphal won the NBA Title in 1974 with the Boston Celtics and was also a five time All Star. He also was chosen for the First Team All-NBA three times.
Quite the group of players right?
That isn’t all.
Below are the following nominees in other categories:
Coaches:
Lefty Driesell: Driesell had a coaching record of 786 and 394 and is a two time ACC Coach of the Year.
Steve Fisher: Fisher is the current Head Coach at San Diego State and won the NCAA Title in 1989 with Michigan State. He was also named the NCAA Coach of the Year in 2011.
Bill Fitch: Fitch was a two time NBA Coach of the Year and win the NBA Title with the Boston Celtics in 1981.
Cotton Fitzsimmons: A legendary figure with the Phoenix Suns, Fitzsimmons was a two time NBA Coach of the Year, one with Phoenix the other with the Kansas City Kings.
Bob Huggins: Huggins is the current Head Coach at West Virginia an has a record of 832 – 332.
Jerry “Tiger” Jones: A long time Coach in Girl’s High School Basketball. He coached in the Seattle area.
Gene Keady: A seven time Big Ten Coach of the Year and five time National Coach of the Year, Gene Keady has a career record of 550 – 289.
Ken Kern: A former Head Coach at Fort Hamilton High in Brooklyn.
Rollie Massimo: Massimo is already a member of the College Basketball Hall of Fame (2013) and is still coaching at Keiser. He led Villanova to the Division I Title in 1985 and has a NCAA record of 816 – 462.
Gary McKnight: The longtime and current Head Coach at Mater Dei Varsity in Santa Ana, California.
Danny Miles: Miles was the Head Coach at Oregon Tech from 1971 to 2016 and had a record of 1,040 – 437. He won three NAIA Division II Titles.
Dick Motta: Motta coached the Washington Bullets to the 1978 Title and was also a former Coach of the Year (1971).
Jim Phelan: Phelan was inducted into the College Basketball Hall of Fame in 2008 and took St. Mary’s to a title in 1962.
Lee Rose: Rose has an overall NCAA record of 228 – 105 and took the UNC Charlotte 49ers to a Final Four Appearance in 1977.
Bo Ryan: Ryan was inducted into the College Basketball Hall of Fame in 2017 and took Wisconsin-Platteville to four Division III Titles. He would later take Wisconsin to two Final Four Appearances. His overall record is 747 – 233.
Bob Saulsbury: Saulsbury was a longtime Head Coach at Wilbur Cross.
Steve Smith: From the famed Oak Hill Academy, Steve Smith has been named the USA Today National Coach of the Year four times and nine times have been declared the National High School Champions.
Harry Statham: Statham has been the Head Coach of McKendree since 1966 and has an overall record of 1,147 – 499.
Eddie Sutton: Sutton was inducted into the College Basketball Hall of Fame and is a two time AP Coach of the Year. He has reached three Final Fours.
Rudy Tomjanovich: A five time All Star as a player, “Rudy T” took the Houston Rockets to back-to-back titles in 1994 to 1995.
Willie West: West was a longtime coach at Crenshaw High School in Los Angeles.
Referees:
Irv Brown: Brown officiated six Final Fours.
Jim Burch: Burch broke the color barrier for referees in the ACC.
Hugh Evans: Evans was a referee in the NBA from 1972 to 2001. He refereed 35 NBA Finals Games.
Ed Hightower: Hightower refereed 12 Final Fours.
Jake O’Donnell: O’Donnell was an NBA ref for twenty-eight years from 1967 to 1995.
Women’s Nominees:
Leta Andrews: Andrews is the winningest United States High School Women’s Coach.
Jennifer Azzi: Azzi played for Stanford and was a member of the 1996 U.S. Women’s Gold Medal Team. She would later play in the WNBA and was a coach at the University of San Francisco.
Becky Hammon: A former six time WNBA All Star and a two time WNBA First Team Selection, Hammon made history as the first female coach of an NBA Team (San Antonio) three years ago.
Suzie McConnell-Serio: A former player at Penn State, McConnell-Serio is a former WNBA Coach of the Year and is the current Head Coach at the University of Pittsburgh.
Pearl Moore: Moore was a star in the former Women’s Professional Basketball League.
Kim Mulkey: Mulkey was a former player at Louisiana Tech and has been the Head Coach at Baylor since 2000. She has won the NCAA title twice (2005 & 2012).
Harley Redin: Redin coached Wayland Baptist University to six AAU National Titles. He compiled a 431 – 66 record over eighteen years.
Theresa Shank: Shank won back-to-back-to-back titles with Immaculata (1972-74) and has a Head Coaching record of 671 – 309.
Katie Smith: Smith was a two time WNBA Champion and a two time All-WNBA First Team Selection. She was also the scoring champion in 2001. Currently, Katie Smith is the Head Coach of the New York Liberty.
Marianne Stanley: Stanley was the 2002 WNBA Coach of the Year, though she has been mostly a valued Assistant Coach throughout her career.
Barbara Stevens: Stevens has been the Head Coach for Bentley University since 1986 after previously coaching Clark University and UMass. She has an overall record of 928 – 262 and is a five time Division II Coach of the Year.
Valerie Still: Still was a former star at the University of Kentucky.
Tina Thompson: From USC, Tina Thompson made history as the first ever WNBA Draft Pick. Thompson was a nine time WNBA All Star and four time WNBA Champion. She is also a two time Gold Medalist at the Olympics (2004 & 2008).
Wayland Baptist Women’s Team: (1953-58) This team won 131 Games in a row.
Teresa Weatherspoon: Weatherspoon won the NCAA Title in 1988 for Louisiana Tech and in the WNBA would be a four time WNBA All Star and two time WNBA Defensive Player of the Year. She also won a Gold Medal at the 1988 Olympics.
Direct-Elect Category: Early African-American Pioneers Nominees:
Clarence “Puggy” Bell: Bell played for the New York Rens and was the 1939 MVP in the World Professional Basketball Tournament.
Sonny Boswell: Boswell was a former Harlem Globetrotter from 1939 to 1942 and was the MVP of the 1940 World Professional Basketball Tournament.
Chuck Cooper: Cooper was a star at Duquesne and was one of the first African-American players in the NBA. He was with the Celtics from 1950 to 1954.
Bill Garrett: Garrett made history as the first African-American player in the Big Ten when he started for the University of Indiana. He was the third black player to be drafted in the NBA and was a former Harlem Globetrotter.
Inman Jackson: Jackson was a Harlem Globetrotter from 1930 to 1945.
Clarence “Fats” Jenkins: Jenkins played for the New York Rens and also the Chicago Crusaders.
Bucky Lew: Lew started playing professionally in 1902.
Dave Minor: Minor played at UCLA and was in the NBA for three seasons in the early 1950’s.
Hudson Oliver: Oliver was a great African-American player in the early 1900’s.
Al “Runt” Pullins: Historically speaking Al “Runt” Pullins was an integral part of the growth of the Harlem Globetrotters and pound for pound was on the best players of his day.
James “Pappy” Ricks: Ricks was an original member of the New York Rens and played for them from 1932 to 1936.
Paul Robeson: A true renaissance man (Robeson was more famous for his singing), Paul Robeson was actually athletically more known for Football. In terms of hoops, Robeson played for the first all-black professional basketball team, the Commonwealth Big Five of Harlem.
Eyre Saitch: Saitch was a member of the New York Rens and was part of the first black team to win a World Championship.
Wee Willie Smith: Smith was a member of the New York Rens from 1932 to 1936 and was one of the few black players to compete in the NBL.
Direct-Elect Category: International Nominees:
Tal Brody: Brody was the 12th overall pick in the NBA but he elected to play for Maccabi Tel Aviv over his career, which lasted from 1966 to 1980. He is already a member of the Israeli Basketball Hall of Fame.
Jackie Chazalon: Chazalon played for the French National Women’s Team from 1963 to 1976. She entered the FIBA HOF in 2009.
Vlade Divac: Divac was an NBA All Star who internationally represented Yugoslavia. He won a Silver Medal in the 1988 Olympics and the FIBA World Cup in 1990 and 2002.
Alphonso Ford. An American who played at Mississippi Valley State, Ford found success in Europe and was a two time EuroLeague top scorer and Greek League MVP.
Semen Khalipski: Khalipski is a National Coach in Belarus.
Vladimir Kondrashin: Kondrashin coached the Soviet Union to a Gold Medal in the 1976 Olympics in Montreal.
Toni Kukoc: Known mostly for being a three time NBA Champion with the Chicago Bulls, Kukoc is also a three time EuroLeague Champion, FIBA World Cup MVP and EuroBasket MVP. He also won the Silver Medal with Yugoslavia in the 1988 Olympics and the Gold in the 1990 World Cup.
Marcos Leite: Leite represented Brazil in the 1980 & 1984 Olympics and helped his country win the Pan American Games in 1971.
Aldo Ossola: From Italy, Aldo Ossola played on seven Italian League Champions and five FIBA European Champions Cup teams.
Amaury Pasos: From Brazil, Amaury Pasos was a two time Brazilian League Champion and was a FIBA World Cup MVP in 1959.
Dan Peterson: Peterson might be an American, but it was in Italy where he made his mark in Coaching. He is a five time Italian League Champion, three time Italian Cup Champion and one time EuroLeague Champion.
Dino Radja: Radja played three and a half years for the Celtics, but in Europe he was a two time EuroLeague Champion and a EuroLeague Final Four MVP (1989). He also won two Silver Medals in the Olympics for Yugoslavia as well as a Gold in the 1990 World Cup.
Manuel Sainz: Sainz is a legendary figure in Spanish Basketball, specifically Real Madrid. Sainz was a player for the team from 1961 to 1969 and following his playing career he would work his way to become the teams Head Coach. He would also coach the Spanish National Team.
Togo Soares: Soares coached the Brazilian National Team from 1951 to 1971 and took them to a Gold Medal win in 1959 and 1963 at the FIBA World Cup. He also won a Bronze Medal in the 1960 Olympics.
Ranko Zeravica: Zeravica was the Head Coach for the Yugoslavian Men’s Team for years. He took Yugoslavia to a Gold Medal in the 1980 Olympics and to a Gold in the 1970 World Cup. He also took his country to a Silver Medal in the 1968 Olympics.
Direct-Elect Category: Contributor Nominees:
Marv Albert: Albert has been the voice of the New York Knicks for the past thirty-seven years and has worked for NBC and TNT.
Al Attles: After a successful playing career, Attles was a Coach for the Philadelphia/Golden State Warriors for thirteen years.
Dick Baumgartner: Baumgartner has been a Coach in Indiana for over 50 years.
Henry Bibby: Bibby was a two-time CBA Coach of the Year and was a former Head Coach at Stamford.
Marty Blake: Blake was the former General Manager of the Atlanta Hawks and was also the Director of Scouting for the NBA for many years.
Vic Bubas: Bubas had a career coaching record at Duke of 213-67 and was a three time ACC Coach of the Year.
Wayne Duke: Duke was the Commissioner of the Big Eight Conference (1963 to 1971) and later the Big Ten Conference (1971-88).
Harry Glickman: Glickman was a co-founder of the Portland Trail Blazers and was the team President from 1987 to 1994.
Marty Glickman: Glickman was a broadcaster for the New York Knicks and later New Jersey Nets.
Simon Gourdine: The former Deputy Commissioner of the NBA and highest ranking black official in major sports in the 1970’s.
Curt Gowdy: Gowdy broadcast many games for NBC both in pro games and college.
Tim Grgurich: Grgurich was a former Head Coach at the University of Pittsburgh and was also a long time Assistant in the NBA.
Del Harris: Harris was named the NBA Coach of the Year with the Los Angeles Lakers in 1995.
Greg Heineman: Heineman is the owner of the Sioux Falls Skyforce.
Robert Indiana: Indiana painted the court that the Milwaukee Bucks had at the MECCA Arena.
Johnny “Red” Kerr: A three time NBA All Star, Kerr would be the Coach of the Year in 1967 with the Bulls. He would broadcast for the Bulls for twenty-two years.
Bill King: Along with being the voice of the Oakland Raiders and the Oakland Athletics, Bill King was also the play by play announcer for the Golden State Warriors in the 60’s and 70’s.
John Kline: A former Harlem Globetrotter John Kline founded the Black Legends of Professional Basketball in 1966.
Red Klotz: A champion with the Baltimore Bullets in 1948, Red Klotz formed and played for the Washington Generals.
Jack McCloskey: A Head Coach at Penn (1956-66), Wake Forest (1966-72) and the Portland Trail Blazers (1972-74), “Trader” Jack McCloskey was far more known for his role as a General Manager for Portland and the Detroit Pistons. McCloskey Would build the team in Detroit that was a mini-dynasty.
Jerry McHale: A noted orthotic doctor who has worked a lot with NBA players.
Johnny Most: Most was the radio voice of the Boston Celtics from 1953 to 1990.
Dennis Murphy: Murphy co-founded the American Basketball Association.
Joe O’Toole: O’Toole is considered to be the catalyst for the creation of the National Basketball Trainers Association.
Billy Packer: Packer has been one of the most known College Basketball Analysts over the past thirty years.
Jack Powers: Powers played for the Manhattan Jaspers, and would later become their Coach and then their Athletic Director.
Dee Rowe: Rowe used to be the Head Coach at the University of Connecticut from 1969 to 1977 and following that he remained a part of the institution for decades.
Zelda Spoelstra: Spoelstra had worked for the NBA for decades serving in multiple duties.
Rod Thorn: Thorn was an NBA Player for eight years and an NBA Coach for another eight. Afterwards he was the NBA’s Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations but would leave to GM the Nets where he would become the Executive of the Year in 2002. He is currently the NBA President of Basketball of Operations.
Jim Valvano: “Jimmy V” famously coached NC State to the 1983 Division I Championship. His overall coaching record was 346 – 210.
Donnie Walsh: Walsh is currently the President of Basketball Operations for the Indiana Pacers and had that role with the New York Knicks previously.
Rick Welts: Welts is the current President and Chief of Operations for the Golden State Warriors. Previously he worked for the NBA and is credited for the creation of the NBA All Star Weekend and the marketing of the 1992 U.S. Dream Team.
Direct-Elect Category: Veterans Nominees:
1936 United States Olympic Team: The ’36 team won Gold at the Berlin Olympics.
1964 State Department Basketball Ambassadors.
Ron Boone: Boone was a four time ABA All Star and ABA Champion in 1971.
Sid Borgia: Borgia was a referee in the NBA from 1946 to 1964. He would later serve as the Chief of Officials the next two years.
Carl Braun: Braun was a five time NBA All Star.
Frank Brian: Brian was a star at LSU and would later be a two time NBA All Star.
Joe Caldwell: Caldwell was a two time NBA All Star and also a two time ABA All Star.
Mack Calvin: Calvin was a five time ABA All Star who was also a member of the ABA All Time Team.
Jack Coleman: A one time NBA All Star, Coleman was a two time NBA Champion, one with Rochester and one with St. Louis.
Bob Dandridge: A two time NBA Champion (one with Milwaukee and one with Washington) Bob Dandridge also was a four time All Star.
Charles Eckman: Eckman was the Head Coach for the Fort Wayne/Detroit Pistons from 1954 to 1957.
Leroy Edwards: Edwards was a three time NBL Scoring Champion and two time NBL Champion.
Leo Ferris: Credited with creating the 24 second shot clock, Ferris also was the founder of the Buffalo Bisons, which evolved into the Atlanta Hawks.
Clarence “Bevo” Francis: Francis was an elite scorer at Rio Grande in the early 50’s.
Buck Freeman: Freeman was the longtime coach of St. John’s University.
Donnie Freeman: Freeman was an ABA Champion with the Indiana Pacers in 1973 and was also a five time ABA All Star.
Travis Grant: Grant was at one time the highest scorer in NCAA history during his career at Kentucky State. He is already in the College Basketball Hall of Fame.
Bob Grody: Grody played in various leagues in the 1920’s and 30’s.
Robert Harrison: Harrison was a three time NBA Champion with the Minneapolis Lakers and was also an All Star in 1956.
Flo Harvey: Harvey played for multiple teams in the Rhode Island area in the 1900’s to 20’s.
Dick Hemric: Hemric was an NBA Champion with the Boston Celtics in 1957 and was also a two-time ACC Player of the Year.
Cam Henderson: Hendeson (who was also a Football Coach) coached college hoops from 1919 to 1955 and would win the NAIA Men’s Basketball Championship in 1947.
Robert Hopkins: Hopkins was a major star at Grambling State in the mid 1950’s.
Lou Hudson: Hudson was a six time All Star who spent the bulk of his career with the St.Louis/Atlanta Hawks.
Warren Jabali: Jabali was an ABA Champion and Playoff MVP with the Oakland Oaks in 1969. He was also a four time ABA All Star.
Jimmy Jones: Jones was a six time ABA All Star and three time First Team All-ABA Selection.
Charles Keinath: Kenaith was a four time All-American at Penn and was the Helms National Player of the Year in 2008.
Freddie Lewis: Lewis was a three time ABA Champion with the Indiana Pacers and a four time ABA All Star. He was also the 1972 ABA Playoff MVP.
Jim Loscutoff: Loscutoff played for the Boston Celtics from 1955 to 1964 and won seven NBA Titles.
Loyola of Chicago:
Billy Markward: Markward played professionally in the 1900’s and would coach the Roman Catholic High School in Philadelphia for forty years after. He would win twenty championships as a Coach.
Ed McCluskey: McCluskey was the very successful Head Coach at Farrell High School in Pennsylvania.
Ray Mears: Mears had a career coaching record of 399 – 135 in a combined career with Wittenberg and the University of Tennessee.
Francis Meehan: Francis “Stretch” Meehan was a pro from the mid-10’s to the late 20’s and at 6’ 7’’ was one of the first tall men in the game.
Dudley Moore: Moore was the Head Coach at Duquesne from 1948 to 1958 and would take the team to the NIT Title in 1955. Also coaching at LaSalle from ’58 to 1963, Moore had an overall record of 270 – 107.
Willie Naulls: Naulls was a star at UCLA and would become a three time NBA Champion with the Boston Celtics. Naulls would also be a four time All Star.
Philadelphia Sphas: The team existed from 1917 to 1955 and would win 10 Championships.
Mel Riebe: Riebe was the 1944 NBL Rookie of the Year and was also a two time NBL Scoring Champion (1944 & 1945).
Glenn Roberts: Roberts was one of the first players to utilize the jump shot and was also a Champion in the NBL in 1939.
Holcombe Rucker: Rucker founded the New York City pro-am basketball tournament in Harlem.
Kenny Sailors: An NCAA Champion and Tournament Outstanding Player from 1943 Kenny Sailors was inducted into the College Basketball Hall of Fame in 2012.
Fred Schaus: Schaus was an All Star as a Fort Wayne Piston in 1954 and would have a long career in College and the Pros where he led Purdue to a NIT Title and had a seven year run helming the Lakers. He was also a four time Southern Conference Coach of the Year at West Virginia. In addition, he has an NBA Championship ring as an executive from the Lakers Title win in 1972.
Charlie Scott: Charlie Scott was chosen for five All Star Games; two in the ABA and three in the NBA. Scott was also the ABA Rookie of the Year (1971) and was a champion in the NBA with the Boston Celtics (1976).
Kenny Sears: Sears was a two time All Star and holds the distinction of being the first basketball player to be on the cover of Sports Illustrated.
Frank Selvy: A two time NBA All Star, Frank Selvy holds the record for the most points in a NCAA Division I Game with 100. Naturally, he is a two time NCAA Division I Scoring Champion.
George Senesky: Senesky was Division I Scoring Champion at St. Joseph’s (1943) and was a BAA Champion with the Philadelphia Warriors in 1947. He would later be the team’s Head Coach and won the NBA Title in 1956.
Charles Siler: Siler was part of the origin of the game contributing with the developing the rules of the game.
Talvin Skinner: Skinner was a rebounding machine at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Professional he played three years with the Seattle SuperSonics.
Ken Suesens: Suesens played for Sheboygan in the NBL for eleven years and was a champion in 1943.
Tennessee A&I:
Dick Van Arsdale: Van Arsdale was a three time NBA All Star with the Phoenix Suns.
Tom Van Arsdale: The twin of Dick Van Arsdale, Tom was also a three time All Star. His was with Cincinnati Royals/Kansas City Kings.
Willie Wise: Wise was an ABA Champion 1971 with the Utah Stars and was a three time ABA All Star.
Max Zaslofsky: Zaslofsky was a four time All-NBA First Team Selection (1947-50) and was the Scoring Champion in 1948.
The Finalists will be announced during NBA All Star Weekend and during the Final Four the Class of 2018 will be announced.
With all of these changes, we look to revise our Notinhalloffame.com Basketball List by the end of this year.
Our 2017 Basketball Revisions are Complete! Jason Kidd to #1
When one Hall of Fame Class gets in, we need to look at updating our respective lists. As such, we are proud to announce that we have updated our Notinhalloffame.com Basketball List.
The recent class only claimed two former players off of the ranking, Tracy McGrady (#2) and George McGinnis (#12) but there are quite a few former players who we feel are deserving of a rank and much like the other lists, we have plans to increase the number from the even 100 to 200. For now, we now have a less than perfect number of 106, but that will only be a temporary number.
Let’s get to the new rankings shall we?
Although our #1 was not chosen, we have a new star at the top of our perch. Five time First Team All NBA Selection Jason Kidd debuts at #1. The current coach of the Milwaukee Bucks is a ten time All Star and is currently #2 all-time in Steals and Assists.
Chris Webber was ranked #1 last year, and he drops to #2. We have been long since championing Webber for the Hall, and while he did not get selected last year, he finally was named a Finalist for the first time, which at least gives us reason to be optimistic.
At #3, we have another new entrant, Grant Hill. A two time NCAA Champion at Duke, Hill was a major star in the NBA, tallying seven trips to the All Star Game, until severe injuries took him off of that level, though this is still a man who played 18 years in the NBA.
While there are many new entrants, only Jason Kidd and Grant Hill crack the top ten.
Seven Time Al-Star Jack Sikma remains in the #4 spot. Sikma helped the Seattle SuperSonics win the NBA Championship.
Sidney Moncrief dropped two spots to #5. While he dropped here (mostly due to the eligibility of Kidd and Hill) he is coming off being named a Finalist.
Former multi-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year Ben Wallace swapped places with former Seattle star, Shawn Kemp at #6 and #7 respectively.
Max Zaslofsky remains at number 8. Zaslofsky was a First Team All BAA/NBA Selection from the 1946-47 season to the 1949-50 season.
Two time NBA Champion with the Detroit Pistons, Mark Aguire tumbled from #5 to #9. Aguire was also a three time All Star.
Tim Hardaway completes the top 10. Hardaway, a five time All Star was a Finalist last year.
There are additional new entries to discuss.
The master of the technical foul, Rasheed Wallace enters at #22. Wallace was a star for both Portland and Detroit, the latter of with he helped take to an NBA Championship.
Two time All Star Jerry Stackhouse debuts at #49 and bookending the #50 rank is new entry Marcus Camby. Camby’s rank is a little interesting considering he was never an All Star, but he is a former two-time Defensive Player of the Year and also won the Naismith College Player of the Year when he was at UMass.
The other new entries are Richard Hamilton (#75) and Lamar Odom (#104).
You know what we want you to do!
The updated list can be found here and we encourage all of you to vote and state your opinions!
The 2017 Basketball Hall of Fame Finalists are announced
As is tradition, the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame announced their finalists on NBA Hall of Fame weekend, and for us the biggest news is that Chris Webber is finally a Finalist.
Let’s take a look at this year’s Finalists:
Hugh Evans. Evans was a referee in the NBA from 1972 to 2001.
Tim Hardaway. A return Finalist, Hardaway is a five time All Star and is ranked #9 by us on Notinhalloffame.com.
Robert Hughes. Hughes is one of the most successful High School Coaches in history.
Rebecca Lobo. The star of the 1995 University of Connecticut Women’s NCAA Team, Lobo would also win an Olympic Gold Medal with Team USA in 1996 and was a one time WNBA All Star.
Rollie Massimino. The longtime coach of Keiser University.
Tracy McGrady. A two time NBA Scoring Champion and seven time All Star, McGrady is ranked #2 on our Notinhalloffame.com Basketball list. McGrady is also a two time First Team All-NBA Selection.
Muffet McGraw. The long time and still head coach of Notre Dame, McGraw took the Fighting Irish to a title in 2001.
Sidney Moncrief. Ranked #3 on our Notinhalloffame.com list, Moncrief was a two time Defensive Player of the Year and was a five time All Star.
Kim Mulkey. The only woman to win a NCAA Women’s Title as a player, Assistant Coach and Head Coach, Mulkey has been the Head Coach at Baylor since 2000.
Bo Ryan. Ryan is a previous Finalist and had over 700 NCAA coaching wins. He won four titles in Division III.
Bill Self. Self won the NCAA Championship at Kansas in 2008 and has a record of 613-190 at this time.
Rudy Tomjanovich. Ranked #32 on our Notinhalloffame.com list, Rudy T, coached the Houston Rockets to back to back titles and was a five time All Star as a player.
Wayland Baptist University. Another return nominee, Wayland Baptist University are ten time AAU Champions.
Chris Webber. Ranked #1 by us on Notinhalloffame.com, the former star of Michigan’s “Fab Five”, Webber averaged over 20 Points per Game in the NBA and was a former Rookie of the Year. Webber also is a five time post season All-NBA selection.
So, which ones will get in?
We will find in early April during the Final Four.
Nominees Announced for the Basketball HOF
The following have been named as Finalists for the Class of 2017.
Mark Aguire. A three time All Star and two time NBA Champion with the Detroit Pistons. He is a former #1 Pick out of DePaul. Ranked #4 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Gesse Ausbie. A former Harlem Globetrotter for twenty-five years (1961-1985).
Bill Bertha. A former Assistant Coach for the Los Angeles Lakers and Executive for the New Orleans Jazz.
Muggsy Bogues. A former pint sized Point Guard who may have been the smallest on the court but was a popular player and excellent one at that.
Junior Bridgeman. A two-time MVC Player of the Year and twelve year NBA veteran, predominantly with the Milwaukee Bucks.
Irv Brown, a longtime referee and broadcaster.
Maurice Cheeks. A Champion with the Philadelphia 76ers and 4 time All Star known for his defensive acumen. Cheeks also had success as a coach in the NBA. Ranked #14 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Terry Cummings. A former NBA Rookie of the Year who was chosen for two post season All-NBA Teams. Ranked #18 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Lefty Drissell. A former NCAA Coach with a record of 786 and 394. He is most known for his 18 seasons as the head coach of Maryland.
Hugh Evans. A former NBA Referee from 1972 to 2001.
Bill Fitch. A long time NBA Coach who won the NBA Title with the Boston Celtics in 1981 and was named the NBA Coach of the Year twice.
Cotton Fitzsimmons. A two time NBA Coach of the Year who helmed the Phoenix Suns, Atlanta Hawks, Kansas City Kings and the San Antonio Spurs.
Tim Hardaway. A former Point Guard who went to five All Star Games and was named to five All-NBA Teams. Ranked #9 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Del Harris. A former NBA Head Coach who was named Coach of the Year in 1995. He had the coaching duties of the Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers and the Milwaukee Bucks.
Robert Hughes. A former High School Head Coach who has the most wins in High School Basketball history.
Kevin Johnson. A former five time post season All-NBA Selection and three time All Star. Ranked #11 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Marques Johnson. A former star at UCLA and former five time All Star. Ranked #26 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Bobby Jones. A former four time All-Star and NBA Champion with the Philadelphia 76ers. Ranked #24 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Jerry Jones. A long time women’s basketball coach.
Gene Keady. A former college coach mostly known for his twenty-five year run with Purdue. Keady is a seven time Big Ten Coach of the Year.
Rollie Massimino. A college coach who won the NCAA Title with Villanova in 1985.
Tracy McGrady. A former Shooting Guard who went to seven All Star Games and was named to seven post season All-NBA teams. Ranked #2 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Gary McKnight. Another successful High School Basketball Coach.
Danny Miles. The Coach of Oregon Tech from 1971 to 2016. Miles has over 1,000 Wins and three Division II Championships.
Sidney Moncreif. A former two time NBA Defensive Player of the Year and five time NBA All Star. Ranked #3 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Dick Motta. A successful Head Coach who was a former NBA Coach of the Year and NBA Champion with the Washington Bullets.
Swen Nater. The only player to have led both the ABA and NBA in Rebounds. Nater is a former ABA Rookie of the Year and two time NCAA Champion with UCLA.
Jake O’Donnell. A former NBA referee for twenty-eight seasons.
Jim Phelan. The Head Coach for Mount St. Mary’s from 1954 to 2003. He took them to a NCAA Division II Title in 1962.
Mark Price. A four time All Star and four time post season All-NBA Selection. Ranked #27 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Jere Quinn. A Head Coach for thirty-eight years at St. Thomas More Prep.
Glenn Robinson. The current Head Coach at Franklin & Marshall since 1971 and the all-time leader in wins in Division III.
Lee Rose. A former Head Coach in College (UNC Charlotte, Purdue and South Florida) and an Assistant Coach in the NBA.
Bo Ryan. A four time NCAA Division III Champion at Wisconsin-Platteville who also took The University of Wisconsin to two Final Fours.
Bob Saulsbury. A former Head Coach at Wilbur Cross Prep.
Bill Self. The current Head Coach of the Kansas Jayhawks and NCAA winner in 2008.
Jack Sikma. A seven time All Star who won the NBA Championship with the Seattle SuperSonics. Ranked #4 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Steve Smith. The Head Coach at Oak Hill Academy and four time USA Today Coach of the Year.
Fred Snowden. The first African American Head Coach at a major University (Arizona) and a former WAC Coach of the Year.
Harry Statham. The Head Coach for McKendrie University since 1966. He has over 1,100 Wins.
Eddie Sutton. A former NCAA College Coach with over 800 Wins. Sutton most notably coached for Creighton, Arkansas, Kentucky and Oklahoma State and is a two time NCAA Coach of the Year.
Rudy Tomjanovich. A two time NBA Championship Coach with the Houston Rockets and nominated as a Coach. As a player (where he is ranked by us) he is a five time NBA All Star. Ranked #32 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Ben Wallace. A four time All Star and four time NBA Defensive Player of the Year who also helped the Detroit Pistons win the NBA Title in 2004. Ranked #7 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Chris Webber. A former star at the University of Michigan who would win the NBA Rookie of the Year and go to five All Star Games and earn five post season All-NBA Teams. Ranked #1 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Paul Westphal. A former five time All Star who won a NBA Title with the Boston Celtics. Ranked #15 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Note that the Notinhalloffame.com Basketball list only ranks players.
This list will be paired down to a much smaller number of Finalists, which will be announced early next year.
The Basketball HOF List has been revised. Webber back at #1, Wallace debuts at #6
Last month, the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame announced its latest class prompting us to revise our list for the upcoming year.
Recapping, four men from our Basketball list advanced to Springfield and that included our top three (Shaquille O’Neal, Allen Iverson & Yao Ming) and Zelmo Beatty, who was ranked at #20 on our list from last year. With those four out and with new entries eligible, the state of the list has changed. Along with all of your votes and comments, here is the new top ten on the Notinhalloffame.com Basketball List.
#1. Chris Webber
Webber returns to our top spot, though he has never been named a Finalist. This is likely due to his controversy at the University of Michigan, where he was banned from the program for years for accepting money from boosters resulting in the forfeiture of wins and Final Four appearance, though we believe his overall success in the game supersedes that.
#2. Sidney Moncreif
This is Moncreif’s highest rank and the two time Defensive Player of the Year has five post-season All-NBA Selections to his credit.
#3. Jack Sikma
Sikma climbs to the number three spot and is a seven time NBA All-Star.
#4. Mark Aguirre
Three time All Star, and two time NBA Champion with the Detroit Pistons, Mark Aguirre also has reached his highest rank since we have created our Notinhalloffame.com Basketball List.
#5. Shawn Kemp
Shawn Kemp reaches the top five for the first time and is a six time NBA All-Star.
#6. Ben Wallace
This is the highest debut for the new list. Ben Wallace is a four time Defensive Player of the Year and made five post season All-NBA Teams. Wallace is also a NBA Champion in 2004 with the Detroit Pistons.
#7. Max Zaslofsky
Every year, another rise for four time First Team All-NBA Selection from the 1950’s, Max Zaslofsky.
#8. Tim Hardaway
Hardaway is a former Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Finalist. He is a five time NBA All-Star.
#9. Maurice Lucas
A former NBA Champion with the Portland Trail Blazers, Maurice Lucas made five All Star Teams.
#10. Kevin Johnson
Johnson cracks the top ten for the first time and is a three time All-Star.
While Ben Wallace is the only former player to debut in the top ten, there are three other additions to this year’s list.
#34. Gilbert Arenas
Arenas had a controversial career but he is a former three time Post Season All-Star and at one point in his career seemed like he was on a Hall of Fame path.
#64. Michael Redd
Redd had some good seasons with Milwaukee and is a former Third Team All-NBA Selection.
#76. Antoine Walker
A former Celtic, Walker was a star for a time but is more known for his financial hardships after his career ended.
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Check out the new rankings and entries and give us your comments and thoughts!
Awards = HOF? Part Seventeen: The NBA Rookie of the Year
Needless to say, different awards in different sports yield hall of fame potential. In basketball, the team sport with the least amount of players on a roster, the dividend for greatness much higher. In baseball, it is not as much as a great individual season does not have the same impact.
Basketball List Updated! Allen Iverson now ranked #1
Saying that, we here at Notinhalloffame.com are very excited to unveil the next ranking for the Basketball list culminating in the 100 who we feel should be considered for the 2016 Basketball Hall of Fame induction ceremony. This was created based on your votes, new eligible players and the removal of those who got in.