HOF class of '26 honors women's hoops, NBA icons

Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne headlined the 2026 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame induction class, which placed a significant emphasis on honoring women's basketball alongside NBA icons. The class was announced and recognized for its representation of both the WNBA and NBA. Parker and Delle Donne are two of the most decorated players in WNBA history, each having won multiple MVP awards and championships.