Carmelo Anthony

Carmelo Anthony trade: Would the Nuggets be better off without Melo than with him?

Carmelo.​Amid all the speculation about a Carmelo Anthony trade to places like New Jersey, New Orleans or Chicago -- the sort of deal that might also send Nuggets other than Chris "Birdman" Andersen packing, too -- most Nugs fans have contended that keeping Anthony here represents the best-cas ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Is Chris "Birdman" Anderson only Nugget sure to stay on roster?

Carmelo Anthony.​The Carmelo Anthony trade rumors have included frenzied speculation about possible deals involving New Jersey and, more recently, New Orleans. But with speculation about a trade to Chicago taking a hit with the Bulls' inking of Joakim Noah to a five-year, $60 million pact, are ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony to New Orleans trade rumors heat-up, if only in the internet echo chamber

Carmelo Anthony, sailing away?​There's a novel idea starting to get some online buzz: If the Nuggets can't get the entire league to negotiate a Rubik's Cube of perfect-storm, planets-aligned trade talks because they're dealing with Russian mogul and Michael Jordan types, they'll simply simpli ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Should Magic, Hornets, Warriors rent him if he rejects long-term deal?

Carmelo.​With the Carmelo Anthony trade talks devolving into accusations of tampering against the New York Knicks, an intriguing new question has arisen: If Anthony won't accept a trade to any team other than the Knicks, should the Nuggets explore the idea of a swap with a team that might want ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Did Amare Stoudemire, NY Knicks kill 4-way deal featuring NJ Nets?

Carmelo.​Yesterday, we told you about team execs reportedly angry at how the Nuggets have been handling the Carmelo Anthony trade negotiations. But such frustration apparently goes both ways. Now, we're hearing the Nugs are pissed at one squad in particular -- the New York Knicks -- for alleg ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Nets deal dead? 76ers' Andre Iguodala targeted? Other Nugs available?

Carmelo.​With the Denver Nuggets' media day upon us, the Carmelo Anthony trade rumors are as fierce as a tsunami -- and sometimes contradictory. There are some reports that a potential four-way trade involving the New Jersey Nets is all but dead. But if so, there are plenty of other possibili ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Is Houston's Luis Scola, not Kevin Martin, on Nuggets' wish list?

Carmelo.​More dizzying twists in Carmelo Anthony trade rumors. This week, we've been told the New Jersey Nets are his choice, in a likely concession to his fame-addicted reality-TV-star wife La La Vazquez -- only to hear Chicago is really his top pick. But are the Nuggets pushing for a pact wi ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Interest in Chicago Bulls shows Melo cares about winning after all

Carmelo Anthony.​Word that Carmelo Anthony had put the New Jersey Nets atop his trade list made more sense for his fame-addicted reality-TV star wife La La Vazquez than for his chances of winning a championship. But while some outlets suggest that Houston's now the trade frontrunner, more pers ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade to New Jersey Nets more about location than money or rings

Carmelo.​The blogosphere's known Carmelo Anthony has been available for months -- but now that ESPN concurs, media outlets such as the Denver Post have joined the chorus. And if reports about Melo's willingness to sign with the Nets are true, they suggest he's more interested in going home, an ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony is La La Vazquez's bitch on reality show: She shoulda been Nuggets GM?

La La Vazquez.​Basketball fans everywhere have been debating where Carmelo Anthony is likely to land, with Chicago and New Jersey being the most rumored locations of late. Nuggets general manager Masai Ujiri insists Denver's still in the running, but few believe he has a shot. If only he had t ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony says, "I'm a Nugget" -- but if he was a free agent, "That's a different story"

Carmelo Anthony.​Sometimes, off-the-cuff comments are the most telling -- and Carmelo Anthony made an intriguing one during an appearance this week on TBS's Lopez Tonight. In addressing rumors that he'd rather play in Chicago, New Jersey or wherever in the clip on view below, he was politicall ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony-Andre Iguodala trade in 3-way deal with Nuggets, NJ Nets, Philadelphia 76ers?

Carmelo Anthony.​In today's Denver Post, coach George Karl talks about persuading Carmelo Anthony to stay a Nugget. But no one believes that'll happen -- probably even Karl. Which is why trade scenarios keep popping up -- most of them involving the Chicago Bulls, who seemingly have the most to ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Chicago Bulls pick of choice -- but what if Rockets offer Yao Ming?

Carmelo Anthony.​The New Jersey Nets will have $23 million to spend next summer, with many folks hoping the cash could lure Carmelo Anthony. But if that scenario plays out, the Nuggets will get zip for their superstar. No wonder most observers still see a trade to Chicago as the likeliest Melo ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony not thinking about basketball as Chicago Bulls wonder if he'd hurt chemistry

Carmelo.​The Carmelo Anthony trade winds continue at hurricane strength, and while he insists he's not concentrating on basketball right now, plenty of other people are. Indeed, the rumors about him heading to Chicago are already at a level where observers are worried about whether an Anthony ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade should happen before season, but it can't stop Nuggets from freefalling

Carmelo.​New Nuggets exec Masai Ujiri says he's dedicated to keeping Carmelo Anthony in Denver, but few think he can pull it off. That includes two NBA experts at CBS Sports, who agree that the Nugs must move Melo, even though they're likely to slide in the near term whether he stays or goes.

Carmelo Anthony: "Bernie Madoff" says Melo was his boyfriend, seeks restraining order

Carmelo Anthony: "You're kidding me, right?"​Oh, what a bizarre document the folks at Westword sister paper the Dallas Observer stumbled upon today. It's a handwritten request for a preliminary restraining order against Carmelo Anthony -- plus Dwyane Wade, Mark Cuban, Jerry Reinsdorf and Jerry ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony rumored to be New Jersey Nets bound as Kat Stacks Twitter feud erupts

Carmelo Anthony.​At yesterday's Nuggets press event, new GM Masai Ujiri implied the team has a legit shot to keep Carmelo Anthony. Problem is, everyone thinks Carmelo is as good as gone, with reports about an Anthony trade demand followed by rumblings that Chauncey Billups could be dealt, too. ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony and Chauncey Billups up for trade in a Denver-Houston-Charlotte 3-way?

Carmelo.​The theory that Carmelo Anthony is as good as gone from Denver was buoyed by new reports last week that Melo's demanded a trade. The latest supposition: Both Anthony and Chauncey Billups, the homegrown Mr. Big Shot, could be headed out the door.

Carmelo Anthony trade: Could he really wind up with the L.A. Clippers or Charlotte Bobcats?

Carmelo Anthony.​Early last week, we argued that Carmelo Anthony was as good as gone from the Denver Nuggets -- and while some locals continued to fantasize about Melo signing a $65 million contract extension, it's time to stop dreaming. A persuasive Yahoo! Sports report makes it clear that ne ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony keeping quiet so he won't seem like bad guy for pushing Nuggets trade

​We begin a new week of Denver blog roundups with these three contestants... Roundball Mining Company's Jeremy tries to explain the contradictions in the latest Carmelo Anthony rumors. His conclusion: Melo wants out, but he's laying low to avoid coming across like a puppet master. 5280's Mic ... More >>

Proposing on a roller coaster and what we might get for 'Melo

Look ma, no hands!​And now for your final blog roundup of the week: Roundball Trading Company gives us its speculations on the all-but-impending Carmelo Anthony trade. Gilbert Arenas, really? Purple Row has a breakdown of the Rockies' weekend series with the "venomless" Arizona Diamondbacks. ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony to the Orlando Magic? Could a Dwight Howard hookup be in his future?

Carmelo Anthony.​Yesterday, we wrote that Carmelo Anthony is as good as gone from the Denver Nuggets, and plenty of others agree, spurring speculation far and wide about where he might wind up. We've heard about New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, even New Orleans. But now, suddenly, a new possib ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony is as good as gone. How quickly should the Nuggets move to deal him?

Carmelo Anthony.​Sources are telling ESPN that Carmelo Anthony has decided to get out of Denver -- and while neither Melo nor the Nuggets have made that official thus far, there's little doubt it's accurate. In late June, the prospect of Carmelo signing a $65 million contract extension seemed ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony lands two big fish: Are they named Amare and Chris?

Carmelo chillin'.​While the basketball world has been wondering if Carmelo Anthony will stay in Denver, hook up with Kobe Bryant in L.A., team with Derrick Rose in Chicago, join Amare Stoudemire and Chris Paul in New York, or maybe Chris Paul in New Orleans, Melo and new bride Lala Vazquez wer ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony's best options: Demand trade to New York or Chicago -- or stay a Nugget?

Carmelo.​Carmelo Anthony has lots of options. Melo could sign a monster contract extension with the Nuggets, try to create a Melo-Chris Paul-Amare Stoudemire trio in New York (with a trade possibly happening before next season), or maybe even push for a Melo-Kobe Bryant package with the Lakers ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony overrated? The Wins Produced system says "yes"

Carmelo Anthony.​In recent days, we've been musing about Melo. Will Carmelo Anthony re-sign with the Nuggets? Join Chris Paul and Amare Stoudemire in New York? Team up with Kobe Bryant on the Lakers? Now, however, a system set up by two economists suggests that Melo's not all he's cracked up ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony could wind up LeBron-ing Denver and the Nuggets

Carmelo.​Three Denver blog posts for ya. Denver Stiffs' Andrew Feinstein would like to be confident that Carmelo Anthony will accept the Nugs' max offer. But he can't shake the feeling Denver might be "LeBron'd." BigMedia.org's Jason Salzman wonders when the Hasan family will get its $300,00 ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony sign-and-trade to the L.A. Lakers? Please, God, no...

Carmelo Anthony, wanted man.​With the drama about where LeBron James would land finally resolved, NBA observers are speculating about possible destinations for Carmelo Anthony. Thanks to a wedding toast this past weekend, most prognosticators think that if Carmelo leaves Denver, he'll form a M ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony-Amare Stoudemire-Chris Paul team-up: Don't laugh it off

What uni will Carmelo wear next year?​Not many wedding toasts make headlines -- but Chris Paul's salute to Carmelo Anthony and bride Lala Vasquez at their weekend nuptials was definitely an exception. Paul teased a possible big three to counter the LeBron James-Dwyane Wade-Chris Bosh combo in ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony-Amare Stoudemire love match during Melo's wedding week?

Is Lala jealous?​Nothing's nicer for a husband-to-be than to be treated like an object of affection amid his wedding lead-up. But for Carmelo Anthony, the person spraying him with the most love these days isn't his intended, Lala Vasquez. It's Amare Stoudemire, who's spent much of his time sin ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony: Possible 2011 lockout may help keep him a Nugget

Something else to celebrate?​Mark Kiszla's Denver Post column about the prospect of the Nuggets trading Carmelo Anthony is getting a lot of national run, even prompting a fresh piece in USA Today. But while this scenario isn't beyond the realm of possibility, there's an equally strong argumen ... More >>

Nuggets draft no-show: Isn't anyone trying to make this team better?

"I need help."​Reading last night's live Denver Stiffs NBA draft thread the morning after is simultaneously funny and sad. Funny because of the range of emotions. Sad because the Nuggets didn't manage to accomplish anything, leaving them a good team, but not nearly good enough to guarantee tha ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony and La La Vazquez announce their wedding date with giant Valentine's Day cards

​Carmelo Anthony and La La Vazquez have set a date for their New York City nuptials: July 10, 2010. And to make sure none of their important guests schedule a backyard barbecue for the same day, the Nuggets star and former MTV veejay put a couple hundred Valentine's Day-themed save-the-date ca ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony and business manager not clowning around

Carmelo Anthony would like to be able to buy more outfits like this one.​Larry Harmon, once one of Carmelo Anthony's key financial advisors, shares the same name as the late actor who portrayed Bozo the Clown. But neither he nor his client are laughing now. Earlier this week, Melo sued Harmon ... More >>

Give a hand to our Denver Nuggets-Indiana Pacers slide show

At last night's game at the Pepsi Center between the Indiana Pacers and your Denver Nuggets, Carmelo Anthony suffered a significant injury to his hand -- a very bad thing. But before then, the 135-115 victory was a lot of fun, as I was able to document thanks to some great seats and a camera I got ... More >>

Melo on Young Hollywood, Chris Bosh on getting crushed by the Nuggets

These are good times for the Denver Nuggets. The squad is playing team basketball, and the results have been breathtaking at times: Witness last night's 132-93 dismantling of the Toronto Raptors. No wonder Carmelo Anthony is so gleeful in an interview with YoungHollywood.com held at the November 2 ... More >>

Carmelo Is Playing Defense at the Olympics. Really.

Carmelo Anthony Challenges Septuagenarian to Game of One on One

Carmelo Anthony Is Happy -- But Should He Be?

The Latest on Carmelo Anthony: Honors, Tough Love, Doubts

Adding Fine Print to Carmelo Anthony's No-Trade Agreement

Carmelo and K-Mart Spout Off at Sign-Waving Critic

Carmelo and Son

More Messages: What Lessons?

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George Karl
Denver Nuggets

Best Insight Into What Makes Carmelo Tick

Carmelo Anthony: It's Just the Beginning
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