We must have missed Danny Lynch Sr. — didn’t see his name either.
The new class will be unveiled in April at the Final Four in Phoenix.
“Being named a finalist for the Class of 2024 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame is a testament to the highest echelons of achievement in the sport,” Jerry Colangelo, chairman of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, stated in a press release. “It’s an honor that reflects not only individual greatness but also the long-lasting impact on the game itself.”
All the more reason for Phelps and Lynch to enter the hallowed halls of Springfield, Mass.
“From the strategic brilliance of coaches to the unmatched abilities of players and the influential roles of a coach/broadcaster, an esteemed owner and a dynasty-building executive, each finalist embodies the pinnacle of basketball excellence. Their inclusion underscores the diverse contributions that have shaped and enriched the sport, making this recognition truly exceptional.”
So, where are Phelps and Lynch?
As for Phelps, the former Fordham and Notre Dame basketball coach prepped for his inclusion during his 20 years at the South Bend, Ind. school. All he did was win 393 of 590 games (.666), make the NCAA tournament 14 years and graduate all 56 of his players.
Even more impressive for Phelps, is the statistical information compiled by Notre Dame grad Timothy Bourret.
Digger has 51 career wins over Top 20 teams; 25 of them over coaches now in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, according to Bourret.
He also has amassed 30 career wins over Top 10 teams; 20 wins over Top five teams and seven wins over No. 1 teams.
“Including his year at Fordham,” writes Bourret, “I know he also beat Hall of Fame coaches Rick Pitino, Chuck Daly, Marv Harshman, Fred Taylor, Ralph…
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