SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame today announced the highly anticipated list of eligible candidates for the Class of 2020, including several high-profile first-time nominees including Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan, Kevin Garnett, Chris Bosh, Shawn Marion, Michael Finley, Tamika Catchings and Swin Cash.
West Virginia coach Bob Huggins was included in the list of nominees once again.
A first look at the list of eligible nominees was provided by The Jump on ESPN, hosted by Rachel Nichols, Zach Lowe, Kendrick Perkins and Class of 2010 Hall of Famer Scottie Pippen.
A press conference announcing the Finalists from the North American and Women’s committee for the Class of 2020 will be held during NBA All-Star Weekend, which is scheduled for Feb. 14 in Chicago. The entire Class of 2020, including those selected by the direct elect committees, will be unveiled during the NCAA Final Four in Atlanta in early April.
The Enshrinement ceremony will take place in Springfield, Mass., on Aug. 29. Tickets for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2020 Enshrinement ceremony and various events surrounding the ceremony will be on sale at a later date.
The Hall of Fame will reveal the full schedule of Enshrinement events on Jan. 20. For the latest news and updates, follow @hoophall on Twitter and Instagram.
