Today, ESPN reporter Zach Kram wrote an article to analyze the possibility of active players entering the Hall of Fame after retirement.

Irving, Zhu Meng and Clay were all ranked in the second level. Zach Kram wrote: "Irving was selected as the All-Star nine times, and could break the 20,000 mark in another two seasons. He also scored one of the most iconic key goals in NBA history - these capitals are enough to send him to the Hall of Fame. His old opponent Zhu Meng and Clay in the Finals are also without any suspense: with the blessing of the dynasty team's championship background, Zhu Meng can be regarded as the strongest defender of the same era in personal honor, while Clay is the second three-pointer in history."