By: Tyler Ward and Stephen Patterson
We just wanted to say congratulations to the Hall of Fame class of 2010. All these people have had storied careers and every single one of them deserve to be in the Hall of Fame.
- Karl Malone, Utah Jazz (1985-2003), Los Angeles Lakers (2003-04)
"The Mailman" was a shoo-in to get in the Hall of Fame - 2-time MVP and 14-time All-Star. Second behind only Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in career scoring. Was named to the NBA's 50 Greatest Players list in 1996.
- Scottie Pippen, Chicago Bulls (1987-1998; 2003-04), Houston Rockets (1998-99), Portland Trail Blazers (1999-2003)
Best known as Michael Jordan's "Robin". Seven-time All-Star and six-time NBA champion. One of the best defenders of his era. 1993-94 NBA All-Star Game MVP. Sixth all-time in steals.
- Dennis Johnson, Seattle SuperSonics (1976-80), Phoenix Suns (1980-83), Boston Celtics (1983-90)
Three-time champion (one with Seattle, two with Boston). Was named 1979 NBA Finals MVP with the Sonics. Johnson passed away in 2007.
- 1992 United States Olympic Team (The Dream Team)
Self-explanatory.
- 1960 United States Olympic Team
- Dr. Jerry Buss, Owner of Los Angeles Lakers
Owner of Lakers since 1979. Has won 9 titles, along with 16 Western Conference championships.
- Bob Hurley, Sr., High School Coach
One of the best high school prep coaches in history. Has won over 900 games. Also won 25 New Jersey high school basketball titles.
- Cynthia Cooper, WNBA
Won the WNBA's first four championships and was also named WNBA MVP twice.
- Gus Johnson, Baltimore Bullets (1963-72), Phoenix Suns and Indiana Pacers (1972-73)
Five-time NBA All-Star. Helped the Indiana Pacers win the ABA title in 1973. Johnson passed away in 1987.
- Maciel Pereira, Brazil
