The 2026 inductees of the Canadian Basketball Hall of Fame, featuring Jamaal Magloire, Dave Smart, and Miranda Ayim, were scheduled for induction on Thursday evening. Magloire, a former NBA player, notably represented the Toronto Raptors and earned an all-star nod in 2004 with the New Orleans Hornets after a 12-season NBA career. Currently, he holds the position of vice-president for the Scarborough Shooting Stars in the Canadian Elite Basketball League, having also served as an assistant coach with the Raptors during their championship season in 2018-19.
Dave Smart’s tenure as head coach of the Carleton Ravens men’s team was marked by immense success, leading the team to 13 U Sports championships, establishing a dynasty within the program. Miranda Ayim, a prominent figure in Canadian basketball, captained the women’s national team and shared the honor of carrying the national flag at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021 alongside Nathan Hirayama, a rugby sevens player.
The class of 2026 was officially revealed on July 2, comprising additional members Michael Meeks, Anna Stammberger, Dan Meagher, Teresa Kleindienst, Peter (Doc) Ryan, Janice Deakin, and Dr. Andrew Pipe. This distinguished group of players, coaches, officials, and builders will be celebrated during an enshrinement ceremony in St. Stephen, N.B.
