Overview
- Sampson is among 10 finalists, a group that includes Mark Few, Blake Griffin, Doc Rivers, Amar’e Stoudemire, and referee Joey Crawford.
- The Houston coach has an 821-356 career record across 36 seasons with 20 NCAA Tournament appearances and Final Fours with multiple schools.
- Election to the Hall requires at least 18 of 24 votes from the Honors Committee.
- Candidates advance to finalist status after receiving at least seven votes from a nine-member North American screening panel.
- Enshrinement weekend for the Class of 2026 is scheduled for Aug. 14–16 at Mohegan Sun and Springfield’s Symphony Hall in Massachusetts.