A new class of honorees will be enshrined into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame during Saturday's ceremony, further cementing the legacy of some of the most iconic men's and women's basketball players. On the men's side, the honorees feature Carmelo Anthony and Dwight Howard , while the women's side will induct a trio of legendary players in Maya Moore, Sue Bird and Sylvia Fowles. Also getting inducted are NBA and former collegiate basketball coach Billy Donovan, the entire 2008 USA men's national team and Miami Heat owner Micky Arison.
Ahead of the ceremony, here's a breakdown of the five players getting inducted.
Carmelo Anthony
A 10-time All Star, six-time All-NBA recipient and a member of the NBA's 75th Anniversary Team, Anthony's illustrious accomplishments span his col