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On Saturday, the Pro Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2020 was announced. As reported by ESPN, eight individuals make up the class including the star-studded trio of Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan, and Kevin Garnett.
Here are six former notable NBA players that will be eligible for enshrinement for the first time in 2021. Unlike this year’s class where the three aforementioned players were obvious first-ballot choices, next year’s class only has Paul Pierce as being likely to be enshrined on the first ballot. Players who will be eligible for the first time were found at Not In The Hall of Fame.
Monta Ellis (Warriors 2005-12, Bucks 2012-13, Mavericks 2013-15, Pacers 2015-17)
The 2006-07 Most Improved Player, Ellis was one of the most productive players to never appear in an All-Star Game with career totals of 14,858 points, 3,856 assists, and 1,409 steals.
David Lee (Knicks 2005-10, Warriors 2010-15, Celtics 2015-15, Mavericks 2016, Spurs 2016-17)
A two-time All-Star, Lee had four seasons averaging double figures in rebounding and twice averaged over 20 points per contest.
Paul Pierce (Celtics 1998-2013, Nets 2013-14, Wizards 2014-15, Clippers 2015-17)
The Celtics’ second all-time leading scorer and a NBA champion in the 2007-08 season (was named Finals MVP), Pierce ranks 15th in NBA history with 26,397 points and 20th with 1,752 steals.
Luis Scola (Rockets 2007-12, Suns 2012-13, Pacers 2013-15, Raptors 2015-16, Nets 2016-17)
Scola’s best work in the NBA came during his five seasons with the Rockets where he averaged 14.5 points (on 51 percent shooting from the field) and 7.7 rebounds.
Deron Williams (Jazz 2005-11, Nets 2011-15, Mavericks 2015-17, Cavaliers 2017)
Posting career averages of 16.3 points and 8.1 assists, Williams had three All-Star appearances and was twice named an All-NBA Second Team member.
Mo Williams (Jazz 2003-04, 2012-13, Bucks 04-08, Cavaliers 08-11, 15-16, Clippers 2011-12, Trail Blazers 2013-14, Timberwolves 2014-15, Hornets 2015)
An All-Star in 2008-09 and a NBA champion in 2016 with the Cavaliers, Williams’ best stretch came from 2006-07 until 2008-09 when he combined to average for 17.5 points and 5.4 assists.
