Danny Ainge Finally Gets His Due | Salt Lake City News

Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 18, 2026 · 1m

Danny Ainge is finally getting his due—inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame this October. A three-sport All-American in high school, he led BYU to the Elite Eight and brought a rare blend of swagger, court vision, and relentless competitiveness that made him a legend. Former teammates rave about his leadership, game IQ, and ability to elevate everyone around him—comparing his playmaking to Magic and Bird. Beyond the court, he’s a beloved guy, but when it mattered, he’d explode with effort and big shots, making his teammates feel unstoppable. Now, as a GM who rebuilt…