Uncovering the Next Generation's Hall of Fame
Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 1977
The 5-member Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 1977 was highlighted by the enshrinements of Elgin Baylor and .
| Hall of Famer | Category | Committee | Position |
| Elgin Baylor | Player | F | |
| Lauren Gale | Player | ||
| Charles Cooper | Player | ||
| William Johnson | Player | ||
| Frank McGuire | Coach |
| ⇦ 1976 | 1978 ⇨ |
| ⇦ 1976 | 1978 ⇨ |