Grant and young Tracy McGrady were supposed to be the new Jordan and Pippen in Disneyworld, but it didnt quite work out that way. Thome is one of just three hitters -- along with Barry Bonds and Babe Ruth -- to have amassed at least 600 home runs and 1,500 walks in his career. Walter JohnsonClass of 1936Baseball's all-time leader in shutouts (110) and runner-up in wins (417), Johnson was the only member of the 3,000-strikeout club for nearly 51 years after amassing a then-record 3,508 during his 21-year career, winning three Triple Crowns and two MVP Awards. Hank AaronClass of 1982Hammerin' Hank hit 30 homers in a season 15 times and topped the .300 mark 14 times in a consistent career that the 25-time All-Star selection capped by breaking Babe Ruth's homer record in 1974 to seize the title of baseball's home run king until 2007. Things like All-Star selections, championships and league-wide finishes on various stat leaderboards all factor into the equation. Oscar Robertson, Larry Bird and LeBron James are the only three players in league history to eclipse those numbers after their first six seasons. headed to Cooperstown? Evan Grant Hill exploded in his rookie, year, where he averaged 20 points, six boards and five assists a game on his way to sharing the rookie of the year with Jason Kidd. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Mr. Nice Guy, as I referred to him even then, was in town. I didnt get a chance to see it through, to see what could have been. Hills popularity was immediate, as he landed endorsement deals off the court with the likes of Fila and Sprite, and he was one dubbed by many to be one of the players to take Jordans place at the time (along with Penny Hardaway and later Jerry Stackhouse). I dont know, Hill recently told Sekou Smith of NBA.com. Simpson) and 34 (Joe Perry) are also enshrined. The Suns, needing depth, Hill needing a change of scenery, and Phoenix with the widely-believed best training staff in the NBA, was the perfect destination, and thus the third chapter of his career began. NBA.com is part of Warner Media, LLCs Turner Sports & Entertainment Digital Network. Had it not been for the three seasons he spent overseas, Spahn -- the winningest left-handed pitcher of all time (363), a 17-time All-Star and a 13-time 20-game winner -- might have joined Cy Young and Walter Johnson in the 400-win club. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2011 NBAE (Photo by David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images). For more information, please see our Mickey MantleClass of 1974The longtime center fielder set a high bar for switch-hitters, winning three AL MVP Awards, a Triple Crown and seven World Series during the Yankees' dynasty in the 1950s and '60s. Then Nos. And he never played a day in the Minors, going straight to the big leagues in 1973 after he was drafted by the Padres. All-and-all, Hills suddenly healthy body coupled with the blessing of playing with Steve Nash, both resurrected a once seemingly lost career, while also allowing him to both play long enough and compile enough statistics to impress Hall of Fame voters in a first-ballot selection. So I sat with J-Kidd recently and one of the amazing things his career was amazing and he solidified everything he was able to accomplish with the numbers and the championship and just a stellar, long career. Tightwad Hill on Twitter: "RT @CalFootball: In honor of NBA.com: When you look back on that decision now and the legacy you left as one the greatest players in Duke and college basketball history on those championship teams, does it register that you are to someone else who Michael Jackson was to you, growing up and idolizing a star player who seemed larger than life? 1 Draft choice in history to reach the Hall of Fame. I was recently with [Jason] Kidd and we had a chance to talk and reflect on our respective careers. Grant Hill Named As Hall of Fame Finalist | NBA.com 2nd Class of the Curley Athletic Hall of Fame He played super defense, hit for power and average and played every day. Its like where did the time go. It doesnt seem like I just started playing varsity at [South Lakes High in Reston, Va.] over 30 years ago. The son of former NFL Pro Bowl running back Calvin Hill and Janet Hill, Grant Hill insists hes best known to the new generation of basketball fans for his work as an analyst for Turner Sports NBA and March Madness coverage. Because while its been five years since he last suited up, its been damn near 20 since we last saw Grant Hill the way he was meant to be seen. A 12-time All-Star, Winfield hit 465 home runs and is a member of the 3,000-hit club. Your default site has been set for 7 days. Grant Hill and Jason Kidd are two players that were included in the 2018 Hall of Fame class that can easily be compared to Love resume-wise. 2018 Hall of Fame: How good was Grant Hill. A subreddit dedicated to NBA news and discussion. Honus WagnerClass of 1936Considered by many to be the greatest shortstop in baseball history, Wagner won eight batting titles in his 21-year career, primarily for his hometown Pittsburgh Pirates, and was not only one of the best hitters and baserunners of the era, but also an able defender at virtually every position. My ballot will simply read, Grant Hill - What couldve been. If you were amazed by Curry's record-setting performance on Sunday, let's just say you weren't the only one. I was just getting ready to come into the league and youre coming off your college stuff, and it just doesnt seem like college was 20 years ago or whatever it was. By comparison, Anthony Davis just finished his sixth season and if his career ended today, would have a 53% chance of making it based solely on this model. The first game I saw and really fell in love with the game was the 1982 NCAA title game with Georgetown and North Carolina. Herrin native Steve Fisher up for Naismith Basketball Back in the day youd go to the local high school and watch the game and he was like this amazing player. WebRT @CalFootball: In honor of this years NFL Draft in Kansas City, lets throw it back to 1997 when our first-ballot Hall of Famer @TonyGonzalez88 was selected 13th overall by the @Chiefs #ProBears . Steve CarltonClass of 1994Carlton, one of baseball's most decorated southpaws, won four Cy Young Awards, a pitching Triple Crown and two World Series titles. His .977 career OPS is second to Mike Trout among center fielders, and his 536 homers are third among center fielders behind Willie Mays and Ken Griffey Jr. Warren SpahnClass of 1973The majority of Spahn's career came after his service in World War II, for which he was awarded a Purple Heart. Ted WilliamsClass of 1966The Red Sox legend remains the last player to hit over .400 in a full season, and his .344 career average remains tied for seventh in MLB history. Sandy KoufaxClass of 1972Before the left-hander's career was cut short after his age-30 season due to his arthritic elbow, Koufax posted one of the most dominant four-year stretches from 1963-66 for the Dodgers, winning three Cy Young Awards, an NL MVP Award, three Triple Crowns and two World Series MVP Awards. Scan this QR code to download the app now. Maybe not as a scorer, but in terms of overall value, the numbers suggest a peak player right on par with Bryant, even if that peak was substantially shorter. Thats why it matters that Grant Hill is in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. 1 overall pick in the 1987 Draft and perhaps one of the most touted prospects ever, "The Kid" lived up to the hype and more. Grant Hill - Basketball-Reference.com I dont think I appreciated how talented or good I was while I was going through those moments, but it really lifts you up to have people remind you. During his senior season he crushed the course record at Herring Run Hall of His 521 homers are tied for 20th on the all-time list, and his 18 grand slams were second only to Lou Gehrig's 23 at the time. And when Grant Hill came in he was basically anointed by the league, players and everyone, he was anointed to be the next face of the league, former Pistons great and Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas said after Hill was announced as one of the selections for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2018. The outstanding numbers he put up in Detroit were far in the rear-view mirror for many fans, and eventually Hills run in Orlando would be labeled a disappointment. Golden State's star sharpshooter enjoys another historic moment, which also set his playoff career high. The following is a little bit about Scott Rolens chances of being elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Top first-time candidate(s): Albert Pujols, Yadier Molina Pujols reunited with Molina for one last run on the 2022 Cardinals, and now the good friends just might be first-ballot Hall of Famers together in 2028. Hill is also a part of the ownership group, led by Tony Ressler, that purchased the Atlanta Hawks in June of 2015, keeping him engaged in the game on several different levels. Stan MusialClass of 1969Not only did Stan "The Man" win three NL MVP Awards, three World Series championships and seven batting titles, but he did it all in St. Louis, where he spent his entire 22-year career and became the face of the franchise. Hill is also a part of the ownership group, led by Tony Ressler, Q&A: Grant Hill reflects on career in new memoir, Encouragement, challenges behind scenes stirs 2018 Hall of Fame class to their shining moment, Q&A: Heat guard Goran Dragic on his charmed basketball life, Female officials Q&A Part 1: Path to the NBA, Series preview: What to expect in Warriors-Lakers, 5 takeaways from Warriors' Game 7 victory, 5 takeaways from Heat's Game 1 win over Knicks, Curry sets Game 7 record with 50 points vs. Kings, Brooks fined $25K for violating interview rules, Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, that purchased the Atlanta Hawks in June of 2015. Seaver's 98.8 percent Hall vote is the highest for a starting pitcher. Graduate and Professional Education and Research, Advancing Duke Science and Technology Task Force, Next Generation Living and Learning Experience Task Force. He piled up 9,393 points, 3,417 rebounds and 2,720 assists in the first six seasons of his career. A seven-time All-Star and a five-time All-NBA selection, Hill was on a trajectory that could have seen him become one of the leagues all-time greats. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. But as far as were concerned, in the Michael Jordan vs Offensive guard Jim Parker was taken with the eighth overall pick in the 1957 NFL Draft by the Baltimore Colts, and 16 years later Parker was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The Class of 2018 will be announced on Saturday, March 31 at a press conference in San Antonio prior to the NCAA Mens Final Four. NBA.com is part of Warner Media, LLCs Turner Sports & Entertainment Digital Network, *Translations are limited to select pages, There arent many people who get anointed to carry the crown of being the face of the league. Peak ability comparable to Kobe, the pre-cursor to LeBron and a likely Hall of Famer just six seasons in Grant Hill, take a bow. That's not to mention his stellar defense as a backstop, for which he won 10 Gold Glove Awards. If not for multiple ankle injuries interrupting what should have been the prime of his career, Hill might very well have put up career numbers that matched his early profile. But I want to be a first-ballot Hall of Famer, Ramsey said. I certainly wasnt thinking NBA or anything like the Hall of Fame back then, you didnt go there. And when Grant Hill came in he was basically anointed by the league, players and everyone, he was anointed to be the next face of the league, former Pistons great The 2018 Hall of Fame inductee has continued to shine since retirement. I was elite, for a period of time, you know. Eagles Trade for Lions RB D'Andre Swift - NFL Tracker I think when I was in the midst of it, fighting the injuries in Orlando and then went to Phoenix, youre just so caught up in the moment and looking forward. Hill: (Laughing) Exactly. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Glavine helped kick-start the 1990s Braves dynasty as the anchor to its rotation in 1991, when the club became the first team in NL history to go from worst to first in consecutive seasons. Metrics like Box Plus-Minus and Value Over Replacement Player also allude to Hill having a similar peak impact as Bryant with Hills career best in each of those superior to Bryant. Hill: Yes, then came my freshman year of high school. I obviously knew about the NBA but I was still just a fan. Q&A with Grant Hill: 'Hall of Fame is very validating for That has to be a hard thing to shake, what could have or should have been? Just the Quarterback and Running Back positions account for 35% of First Ballot inductees. The seven-time NBA All-Star and two-time NCAA Champion has made the successful transition from 19 years as a professional athlete to ownership, member of corporate boards, leadership in business along with several television broadcasting roles. Hall of Fame What if rather than an All-American career at Duke which included a pair of national championships and an ACC Player of the Year award, Hill began his NBA career with a relatively blank slate in the form of Hall of Fame credentials. The Class of 2018 will be enshrined during festivities in Springfield, Massachusetts, the birthplace of basketball, September 6-8, 2018. "Mr. Padre" was a lifetime .338 hitter over 10,232 plate appearances in a 20-year career, all with San Diego. The Honors Committee now has the challenging task of selecting this years Enshrinees, which we look forward to announcing at the NCAA Final Four in San Antonio.. In my case, it was an interesting journey and everyones story is unique. first And then he received a call from Phoenix Suns General Manager Steve Kerr. The seven-time All-Star and the '79 NL MVP Award winner won a pair of World Series titles in '71 and '79. He spent four years playing for the Blue Devils and was inducted into the Duke Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2016 for his contributions to the program. Evan Grant breaks down his own Hall of Fame ballot Guerrero was a second-ballot Hall of Famer, though he should have been on the first. With high-90s velocity and a baffling changeup, Martinez won the Cy Young Award in both leagues -- one of just six pitchers to do so -- over a career headlined mostly by his time in Montreal and Boston. He and Pete Rose are the only members of the 4,000-hit club, and Cobb's 897 steals are fourth in MLB history. Missing a total of 374 games over that stretch, by the summer of 2007, Grant Hill was a shell of his former self, nowhere near the superstar he had been proclaimed as when a member of the Detroit Pistons (when he was the air apparent to air Jordan), and as far as anyone could possibly have surmised, if he had retired just then, he too never would have been inducted into the Hall of Fame. 8:00 AM on Jan 20, 2023 CST. Looking back, that looked like a one sided deal back then, but the Pistons wound up winning a title and went to the Finals twice due to Ben Wallaces play. If Penny and Grant dont get hurt, those are the two guys back in their day that everyone wants to play like.. Most notably, potential honorees are eligible on the ballot for Hall of Fame enshrinement after three full seasons of retirement, starting with the Class of 2018. Hill Additionally, Grant has substantial on-site responsibilities during the TNT broadcast of the NCAA March to the Final Four and their coverage of the NBA Playoffs. Not that there should have been, but it's been pretty commonplace for a while to not see any. His 24 All-Star Game appearances are tied for the MLB record. Given most arguments for Hill revolve around an acceptance of advanced metrics not yet in the public eye during his peak or even Bryants, its understandable why that might come as a surprise to some. DURHAM -- Duke men's basketball hall of famer Grant Hill is one of seven new members to the Duke University Boardof Trustees, as university officials announced the Lou BrockClass of 1985A gifted hitter and one of the game's premier threats on the basepaths, Brock stole at least 50 bases in 12 straight seasons from 1965-76, leading the NL in steals in all but four of those years and breaking Ty Cobb's all-time stolen bases mark in '77. He was an eight-time All-Star, a 1995 World Series champion, the 2008 NL batting champion and the '99 NL MVP Award winner. Well over half of our list of the Top 100 Legends were enshrined on the first ballot (including the entire top 20, assuming Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers are First Ballot). first Smoltz is the only player in MLB history with at least 200 wins and 150 saves. Like when I finished up at Duke and went into the NBA, I was kind of like the big brother. And then Michael Jackson, who went to Georgetown, he went to my local high school and lived a couple streets down from me, so I started watching him when he was in high school. Breaking down the Golden State-Los Angeles matchup with 3 things to watch, 1 X-factor and a series prediction. The top 16 all-time rushers in NFL history who are Hall of Fame-eligible are already in the Hall of Fame. And maybe Im getting too deep with this, but the Hall of Fame is very validating for me and I didnt realize how much I needed it, how much I needed that recognition that I dont always see what I did back in the day, back in the 90s. I mean, particularly when youre in your late 30s, its like, wow, Ive been going at this for a while. But then you look back when you retire and now five years removed and you kind of reflect on it all, it does seem like it all went by pretty fast. Theres a decent chance hed in the Hall of Fame, anyways. Hill had a squeaky clean background to go with a flawless game. Hill lives in Orlando with his wife, Tamia, a 7-time Grammy-nominated singer, and their two daughters. Grant also serves as an occasional studio analyst on TNT's Inside the NBA. He was a 13-time All-Star and won five World Series with the Yankees. I didnt want to play varsity as a freshman. He stopped playing the what if game years ago. But then when this all came about and I got that call (from the Hall of Fame), you realize that you might have suppressed some things. I dont know. Martinez's .687 winning percentage trails Whitey Ford for the highest in the Modern Era (since 1900). Ernie BanksClass of 1977As the nickname suggests, "Mr. Cub" holds a special place in Cubs history, finishing as the NL Rookie of the Year Award runner-up in 1954 before playing in 11 straight All-Star Games, winning back-to-back NL MVP Awards and the Cubs' first Gold Glove Award. WebAdd his 3,674 yards rushing to his stunning passing totals and you have 50,677 yards almost 29 miles or 500 football fields of offensive progression. By Evan Grant. Kevon Looney's historically elite rebounding provided separation in a winner-take-all Game 7. Derek JeterClass of 2020There was never a doubt that Jeter was going to be a first-ballot Hall of Famer. Johnson, the leading receiver in Detroit Lions history, was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in voting that was announced Saturday at the NFL Honors show. Before diving in, heres video of Hill dropping a buzzer-beater to force OT against Kobe Bryants Lakers in their second overall matchup, a game in which Hill finished with 34 points, 15 rebounds and 14 assists while playing all 53 minutes. The two-time AL MVP Award winner would remain there for two decades, playing shortstop and center field for the Brewers. Johnson registered 300 strikeouts in six seasons, tied with Nolan Ryan for the most ever. Rivera is the all-time leader in saves with 652. Now Im not just one of the top young players in the D.C. area, you know the DMV, but Im holding my own and putting up numbers with the best high school players in the DMV and around the country. The Phoenix Suns shouldnt trade a first for a point guard, Phoenix Suns: A tribute to Steve Nashs Hall of Fame career, Ranking the Phoenix Suns best top-5 picks, Top 10 highest individual scoring games in team history, Hill had signed a seven-year, $93 million contract with the Magic, The Phoenix Suns should consider trading for T.J. McConnell, Tobin Heath, USWNT Beat Chile in Friendly as Carli Lloyd Scores 2 Goals, Phoenix Suns: A tribute to Steve Nash's Hall of Fame career, The Phoenix Suns shouldn't trade a first for a point guard, The Phoenix Suns are becoming the Houston Rockets West. and our His 240 hits in 1985 were the most by a Red Sox player in 55 years, and have been matched by only Ichiro Suzuki (2001, '04) since. He spent his entire 19-year career with the Orioles and won the AL Cy Young Award three times. Jayson Tatums mom is a die-hard Tamia (wife, artist) fan, so its funny how I went from a contemporary to big brother to uncle to now.
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