Filmmaker and Morehouse College graduate Spike Lee is set to receive a prestigious honor that celebrates his unwavering devotion to the New York Knicks. On Oct. 13, 2024, Lee will be officially inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame’s James F. Goldstein SuperFan Gallery. Alongside Lee, other celebrated fans, including actor Billy Crystal, Philadelphia 76ers SuperFan Alan Horwitz, and Hollywood icon Jack Nicholson, will be honored.
The announcement came from the NBA league office, marking a significant acknowledgment of Lee’s lifelong support for the Knicks, a team he has passionately cheered for throughout his career. The induction ceremony will occur at 1:00 p.m. ET on the Jerry Colangelo Court of Dreams as part of the Hall’s ongoing Enshrinement Weekend festivities.
John L. Doleva, President and CEO of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, expressed his excitement about the new inductees. “We are excited to welcome Billy Crystal, Alan Horwitz, Spike Lee, and Jack Nicholson into our SuperFan family,” Doleva stated. “These individuals have not only been passionate fans but have also significantly contributed to the rich culture of basketball. Their unwavering dedication to the game and their ability to connect with fans make them truly deserving of this recognition.”
The James F. Goldstein SuperFan Gallery, established in 2018, honors some of the most dedicated and famous NBA fans in history. Lee joins the ranks of previous SuperFans, such as Penny Marshall, Nav Bhatia, and Jim Goldstein, the gallery’s namesake. Most notably, except for Marshall, who passed away in 2018, all prior inductees are expected to attend the ceremonial event.
In addition to the SuperFan Celebration, the Hall of Fame will host a formal induction ceremony at Springfield’s Symphony Hall, where a new class of basketball legends will be honored.
