Whenever it comes time to pick the class for each year, we look at future Hall of Famers. Out of the current players, coaches, etc., who has the best chance of making it to the Hall? In this article, I'll name ten current players who will definitely be inducted one day. They are listed in no particular order.
1. Kobe Bryant- Of all the players on the list, this is one of the most obvious ones. After all, Bryant's an obvious Hall of Famer. He's won five titles, two Finals MVPs, a regular season MVP, and four All-Star Game MVPs. He may never get the sixth ring he craves so much, but it won't matter when his candidacy is being determined.
2. LeBron James- King James definitely is a first-ballot Hall of Famer. Many people feel that a Hall of Famer must be one of the top players during their career. James fits that category all right, he's the best player in the league. In his ten full seasons, he's won eight MVP awards, including two Finals MVPs. Not only will James make the Hall, if he wins a few more titles he'll be considered one of the greatest players of all-time.
3. Tim Duncan- He may not be the flashiest player in the NBA, but he's one of the best big men of this century. The fact that he's won four NBA Championships, three Finals MVPs, and two regular season MVPs is a testament to that. Remarkably, he's been on the same team his entire career, something that should get him some extra points with the committee.
4. Dirk Nowitzki- Even without his championship in 2011, Nowitzki would still be a Hall of Famer. Considered one of the best big men shooters and international players ever, the Maverick ranks in the top 25 all-time for career defensive rebounds, free throws, and total points. His 2007 regular season MVP seals the deal.
5. Dwyane Wade- He may only be the second-best player on his team, but D-Wade is definitely a Hall of Famer. He was the face of the Miami Heat when they won the championship in 2006. He's also a ten time All-Star, All-Star MVP, and a one-time scoring champion. On top of that, he's the Heat's all-time scorer. Being the top of a franchise definitely gets points with the committee.
6. Paul Pierce- The Truth was the face of the Boston Celtics for a good chunk of the last decade. He's in the twilight part of his career now, but his prime was pretty great. That included 11 All-Star appearances, a championship in 2008, and a Finals MVP. He also ranks in the top ten in all-time three-point field-goals and top twenty in free throws.
7. Ray Allen- One of the greatest shooters of all-time, this veteran is a sure-fire Hall of Famer. He may not be one of the Big Three on the Miami Heat, but he's a 10-time All-Star and won two NBA titles. But the stat that gets him the most consideration: he's the all-time leader in both treys made and attempted. All-time leaders always get bonus points.
8. Chauncey Billups- This one may surprise you, but it shouldn't. The 3rd pick in '97, Billups has played for seven teams, with his run in Detroit being the most successful. As a Piston, Mr. Big Shot went to six straight Eastern Conference Finals, two NBA Finals, and won the Finals MVP in 2004. He may not have amazing stats, but he's still a future Hall of Famer.
9. Steve Nash- The Canadian player may never have won a title, but he's one of 12 players to ever win multiple regular season MVP awards. Nine of those players are in the Hall of Fame, James and Duncan are on their way, and so is Nash. He ranks in the top ten in free-throw percentage, assists, and three-point field goals made. Say what you want about him, but he deserves to make the Hall.
10. Kevin Garnett- The Brooklyn Net made it to the Finals twice when he was with the Boston Celtics. Even without those two appearances, he would still be a worthy candidate. He's a fifteen time All-Star, made the All-Defensive First Team nine times, and made the All-NBA First Team four times. Furthermore, he's Minnesota's all-time leading scorer. Like with Wade, that should give him some extra consideration.
Know another player who should also make the Hall of Fame? Comment and let me know.
1. Kobe Bryant- Of all the players on the list, this is one of the most obvious ones. After all, Bryant's an obvious Hall of Famer. He's won five titles, two Finals MVPs, a regular season MVP, and four All-Star Game MVPs. He may never get the sixth ring he craves so much, but it won't matter when his candidacy is being determined.
2. LeBron James- King James definitely is a first-ballot Hall of Famer. Many people feel that a Hall of Famer must be one of the top players during their career. James fits that category all right, he's the best player in the league. In his ten full seasons, he's won eight MVP awards, including two Finals MVPs. Not only will James make the Hall, if he wins a few more titles he'll be considered one of the greatest players of all-time.
3. Tim Duncan- He may not be the flashiest player in the NBA, but he's one of the best big men of this century. The fact that he's won four NBA Championships, three Finals MVPs, and two regular season MVPs is a testament to that. Remarkably, he's been on the same team his entire career, something that should get him some extra points with the committee.
4. Dirk Nowitzki- Even without his championship in 2011, Nowitzki would still be a Hall of Famer. Considered one of the best big men shooters and international players ever, the Maverick ranks in the top 25 all-time for career defensive rebounds, free throws, and total points. His 2007 regular season MVP seals the deal.
5. Dwyane Wade- He may only be the second-best player on his team, but D-Wade is definitely a Hall of Famer. He was the face of the Miami Heat when they won the championship in 2006. He's also a ten time All-Star, All-Star MVP, and a one-time scoring champion. On top of that, he's the Heat's all-time scorer. Being the top of a franchise definitely gets points with the committee.
6. Paul Pierce- The Truth was the face of the Boston Celtics for a good chunk of the last decade. He's in the twilight part of his career now, but his prime was pretty great. That included 11 All-Star appearances, a championship in 2008, and a Finals MVP. He also ranks in the top ten in all-time three-point field-goals and top twenty in free throws.
7. Ray Allen- One of the greatest shooters of all-time, this veteran is a sure-fire Hall of Famer. He may not be one of the Big Three on the Miami Heat, but he's a 10-time All-Star and won two NBA titles. But the stat that gets him the most consideration: he's the all-time leader in both treys made and attempted. All-time leaders always get bonus points.
8. Chauncey Billups- This one may surprise you, but it shouldn't. The 3rd pick in '97, Billups has played for seven teams, with his run in Detroit being the most successful. As a Piston, Mr. Big Shot went to six straight Eastern Conference Finals, two NBA Finals, and won the Finals MVP in 2004. He may not have amazing stats, but he's still a future Hall of Famer.
9. Steve Nash- The Canadian player may never have won a title, but he's one of 12 players to ever win multiple regular season MVP awards. Nine of those players are in the Hall of Fame, James and Duncan are on their way, and so is Nash. He ranks in the top ten in free-throw percentage, assists, and three-point field goals made. Say what you want about him, but he deserves to make the Hall.
10. Kevin Garnett- The Brooklyn Net made it to the Finals twice when he was with the Boston Celtics. Even without those two appearances, he would still be a worthy candidate. He's a fifteen time All-Star, made the All-Defensive First Team nine times, and made the All-NBA First Team four times. Furthermore, he's Minnesota's all-time leading scorer. Like with Wade, that should give him some extra consideration.
Know another player who should also make the Hall of Fame? Comment and let me know.
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