He Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame announced this Friday an unprecedented event in its history: the inclusion of a new class of technology enthusiasts NBA in its 2024 class, which will be recognized for its passion and loyalty to its teams over the years.
This will be the first time the venue honors the most devoted fans of professional basketball, highlighting not only their unconditional love for their teams, but also the financial commitment they have shown by following games from the front row for decades.
Headlining this special class of superfans is actor Jack Nicholsonan unconditional Los Angeles Lakers. At his side, figure Spike Leefilmmaker and fervent follower of the New York Knicksalong with actor Billy Crystal, and real estate magnate Alan Horwitz, also recognized for their unwavering dedication to the league.
The recognition event for these four characters will take place on October 13 in a special ceremony at the SuperFan Gallery, located on the second floor of the Hall of Fame, just a few hours before the official induction ceremony for the basketball legends of the Class of 2024.
This gallery was inaugurated in 2018 and seeks to celebrate the fans whose support for their teams has been as notable as that of the stars themselves who shine on the fields.
Spike Lee has been a constant face in the stands at Madison Square Garden since 1985, when he decided to purchase his Knicks game ticket just after the team won the draft lottery and selected legend Patrick Ewing. Since then, Lee has been a fervent and visible supporter of the team, both in good times and bad.
For his part, Jack Nicholson is an emblem of Lakers fans. Since the 1970s, long before the golden era of Magic Johnson and Showtime, Nicholson has been present at most of his team’s games.
Always close to the visiting bench and wearing his unmistakable sunglasses, Nicholson has organized his life and career in such a way that his film recordings do not interfere with his attendance at Lakers games.
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