Follow along as we bring you live updates, speeches, and unforgettable moments from the 2025 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame induction ceremony in Springfield.
A night to remember in Springfield
The Hall of Fame ceremony in Springfield lit up Saturday night as the Class of 2025 took center stage. Fans, players and legends gathered to honor those who shaped the game, with heartfelt speeches, emotional embraces and unforgettable highlights making the night one to remember.
“You gave a kid from the projects a passport to the world… I gave [the game] everything I had.”
Carmelo Anthony gives thanks to the game of basketball and reflects on his career 👏
📺 Class of 2025 Enshrinement Ceremony on NBA TV pic.twitter.com/Ks2dtdbrBL
— NBA History (@NBAHistory) September 7, 2025
Sue Bird is now officially an enshrined member of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. #25HoopClass pic.twitter.com/nRHHqmwdQ3
— Basketball HOF (@Hoophall) September 7, 2025
When in doubt… Stay Melo 💯 pic.twitter.com/Qsf1n3gnj9
— NBA (@NBA) September 7, 2025
“From the lights of Madison Square Garden to the heartbeat of every borough, I felt that energy…”
Melo shows love to the @nyknicks fans & organization! pic.twitter.com/0nsBCZAY0M
— NBA (@NBA) September 7, 2025
“You left this world too soon but you never left me.”
– Carmelo Anthony gives a shoutout to his father 🫶
📺 Class of 2025 Enshrinement Ceremony on NBA TV pic.twitter.com/IBatQMDMc3
— NBA (@NBA) September 7, 2025
“The dogs are barking.”
Memorable moment as Melo delivers his @Hoophall speech 🐶😂 pic.twitter.com/a75H3AV8BF
— NBA (@NBA) September 7, 2025
Allen Iverson & Dwyane Wade welcome @carmeloanthony to the Hall of Fame 💯
📺 Class of 2025 Enshrinement Ceremony on NBA TV pic.twitter.com/lSx6kZKsYG
— NBA (@NBA) September 7, 2025
Billy Donovan is now officially an enshrined member of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. #25HoopClass pic.twitter.com/7Uc20zGVWc
— Basketball HOF (@Hoophall) September 7, 2025
Jason Kidd: “I might have been the captain, but I was more like the water boy, the towel boy…”
LeBron James: “Stop it… he’s the only one that’s never lost a game in international play ever. EVER.”
This J-Kidd and LeBron moment 😅 pic.twitter.com/l3NGFASswz
— NBA (@NBA) September 7, 2025
🗣️ “He was the missing link we needed in order to regain dominance with Team USA.”@KingJames on the impact Kobe Bryant had on the gold-winning ’08 USA Basketball Men’s National Team. pic.twitter.com/9ZvO4F6cJk
— NBA (@NBA) September 7, 2025
The ’08 USABMNT ➡️ @Hoophall! pic.twitter.com/xiaDrtVSxp
— NBA (@NBA) September 7, 2025
Maya Moore is now officially an enshrined member of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. #25HoopClass pic.twitter.com/3HLNlkU3KP
— Basketball HOF (@Hoophall) September 7, 2025
Alonzo Mourning and Dwyane Wade were essential pieces in establishing a strong culture in Miami.
Micky Arison made sure to give them their flowers as he enters the @Hoophall 🔥
📺 Class of 2025 Enshrinement Ceremony on NBA TV pic.twitter.com/z7pskI4M0k
— NBA (@NBA) September 7, 2025
Danny Crawford is now officially an enshrined member of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. #25HoopClass pic.twitter.com/1x00RAmiM8
— Basketball HOF (@Hoophall) September 6, 2025
LeBron James receives his @Hoophall orange jacket as a member of the ‘Redeem Team’! 🔥 pic.twitter.com/V3f41IpRa3
— NBA (@NBA) September 6, 2025
“You taught me what it means to stay ready.”
Dwight shouts out his coach Stan Van Gundy & does an ICONIC impression 😂
📺 Class of 2025 Enshrinement Ceremony on NBA TV pic.twitter.com/wOTfCMeDZL
— NBA (@NBA) September 6, 2025
“Pops, mom your son is in the Hall of Fame.”
Dwight Howard gives a special shoutout to his parents during his @Hoophall speech 🥹
📺 Class of 2025 Enshrinement Ceremony on NBA TV pic.twitter.com/qiQ6ZGqP3q
— NBA (@NBA) September 6, 2025
Sylvia Fowles is now officially an enshrined member of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. #25HoopClass pic.twitter.com/NZldVN3WSj
— Basketball HOF (@Hoophall) September 6, 2025
Game-changers arrive in Springfield
The red carpet is rolled out in Springfield as the Class of 2025 and a host of basketball greats make their way into the Hall of Fame ceremony. Suits are sharp, cameras are flashing, and fans are lining up for a glimpse of the celebration is officially underway.
DWIGHT HOWARD HAS ARRIVED.
He is being enshrined into the @Hoophall tonight 🔥 pic.twitter.com/7ToNz2VTnm
— NBA (@NBA) September 6, 2025
Coach is ready for tonight. 🤩 #25HoopClass pic.twitter.com/ZMOESbI6eK
— Basketball HOF (@Hoophall) September 6, 2025
This moment between D-Wade & Coach K>>>
The 2008 USA Basketball Men’s National Team will enter the @Hoophall tonight 👏 pic.twitter.com/LsfSoZng5K
— NBA (@NBA) September 6, 2025
Sue Bird & Megan Rapinoe arrive for the @Hoophall Class of 2025 Enshrinement Ceremony 🙌 pic.twitter.com/D8ovm2SEQm
— NBA (@NBA) September 6, 2025
“He was a man at 16, I was like this kid ain’t 16… are you kidding me?”
Dominique Wilkins saw Dwight Howard’s potential from an early age 💯
Howard will be enshrined in the @Hoophall tonight at 7pm/et on NBA TV! pic.twitter.com/Bdm4L2FPCR
— NBA (@NBA) September 6, 2025
Shaq: “Why am I wearing this blazer?”
Dennis Scott: “Why are you wearing this blazer big fella?”
Shaq: “… I am finally giving my flowers.”@SHAQ 🤝 @DwightHoward pic.twitter.com/R3YdE0a1jg
— NBA (@NBA) September 6, 2025
Celebrating the Class of 2025
The weekend wraps in Springfield, but the memories won’t fade. The Class of 2025 delivered moments, speeches and celebrations that will be remembered for years, a true showcase of basketball greatness.