Dwight Howard, Carmelo Anthony Elected to Basketball Hall of Fame 2025

Dwight Howard and Carmelo Anthony have been elected as first-ballot inductees into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame's Class of 2025, highlighting their significant contributions to basketball. Howard, an eight-time All-Star, is recognized for his impact during his time with several teams, particularly the Los Angeles Lakers, where he played a pivotal role in their 2020 championship run. Meanwhile, Anthony, a prolific scorer with a career average of 22.5 points per game, is celebrated for his long career and impact, including a final season with the Lakers. Both players will be inducted alongside the 2008 U.S. Olympic men’s basketball team, known as the “Redeem Team,” which reclaimed gold after previous disappointments. The enshrinement ceremony is scheduled for September 5-6 at the Mohegan Sun in Connecticut. Their elections to the Hall of Fame underscore their legacy and the influence they had on the game.