• Historical Achievement Award: An individual who has reached a milestone or made a significant contribution to professional basketball may be eligible for this award. They must be fully retired for five years and not be considered for enshrinement or previously enshrined. Next to enshrinement, this is the most prestigious honor for the Wall.
• Ambassador Award: An individual who enhanced the image and reputation of or experienced personal growth through professional basketball.

The nominations for the awards are due on November 15.