SAN FRANCISCO – The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame announced today at NBA All-Star Weekend 2025 the selection of 17 Finalists from the following committees: North American, Women’s, Men’s Veterans, Women’s Veterans, International, and Contributors.

Carmelo Anthony, Dwight Howard and the 2008 “Redeem Team” were among 17 finalists named Friday for the Naismith Hall of Fame Class of 2025. The new class will be announced in San Antonio on Saturday, April 5, at the NCAA Men’s Final Four.

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