With the 2025 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame enshrinement ceremony just weeks away, the prestigious list of presenters has been unveiled. This year`s class features nine inductees, including notable names like Carmelo Anthony, Dwight Howard, Maya Moore, and Sue Bird. Presenters, who are themselves Hall of Fame members, will honor the new class by delivering speeches at the ceremony.
The selection of presenters, all esteemed members of the Basketball Hall of Fame, adds significant gravitas to the event. These individuals will share insights and personal anecdotes about the inductees, making the ceremony a truly memorable occasion.
Official Presenters for the Class of 2025:
| Class of 2025 Recipient | Presenters |
|---|---|
| Carmelo Anthony | Dwyane Wade, Allen Iverson |
| Dwight Howard | Dominique Wilkins, Robert Parish, Dennis Rodman, Patrick Ewing |
| Maya Moore | Lindsay Whalen, Swin Cash, Tamika Catchings, Seimone Augustus, Geno Auriemma |
| Sue Bird | Geno Auriemma, Swin Cash |
| Sylvia Fowles | Lindsay Whalen, Katie Smith |
| 2008 USA Men`s National Team | Jason Kidd, Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh, Jerry Colangelo, Jim Boeheim, Mike Krzyzewski |
| Billy Donovan | Maurice Cheeks, Rick Pitino |
| Danny Crawford | Isiah Thomas, Tim Hardaway |
| Micky Arison | Alonzo Mourning, Pat Riley, Dwyane Wade |
A notable point of discussion surrounds Dwight Howard`s presenters. Howard had previously expressed a wish for basketball legends like Shaquille O`Neal, Kevin Garnett, Hakeem Olajuwon, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to present him. While O`Neal even publicly agreed, stating `Of course, that`s my guy,` the official list reveals that only Dennis Rodman, from Howard`s preferred list, will be among his presenters alongside Dominique Wilkins, Robert Parish, and Patrick Ewing. This discrepancy means fans won`t witness a potentially entertaining moment between O`Neal and Howard, despite their past public rivalry having been resolved.
Among other distinguished presenters, legendary UConn coach Geno Auriemma will induct two of his former star players, Sue Bird and Maya Moore, into the Hall of Fame. Swin Cash will also present both Bird and Moore, highlighting her deep connections, having won a championship with Bird on the Seattle Storm and serving as an inspiration for Moore throughout her career.
The induction ceremony is set for September 6th in Springfield, Massachusetts, where these revered presenters will formally welcome the Class of 2025 into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.
