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Carmelo Anthony traded: ESPN celebrates NY Knicks, doesn't give sh*t about Denver Nuggets

Carmelo.​Last night, the Knicks finally closed a deal for Carmelo Anthony and (damn it!) Chauncey Billups, as well as Anthony Carter, Renaldo Balkman and Shelden Williams. But while the Denver Post is talking up what the Nugs received in return, the national press is already writing off D-town ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Nuggets, Knicks and Nets play poker in L.A. for 'Melo

'Melo.​The NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles was a microcosm of our entire Melodrama. On Friday morning Nuggets small forward Carmelo Anthony was reportedly heading to New Jersey for rookie forward Derrick Favors, point guard Devin Harris, spare parts and four first-round draft picks. But ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Offer to Knicks a joke? Nets really back in game? Nenê to Houston?

Carmelo.​Anyone thinking the Carmelo Anthony trade-go-round couldn't spin faster were wrong. The latest? The Nuggets' compensation demand for Melo and Chauncey Billups was reportedly so crazy that it spurred disbelief; the Nets, who'd pulled out of the Anthony sweepstakes, are interested again ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Will NY Knicks overpay for Melo due to Amare Stoudemire injury?

Carmelo.​Just ten days until the NBA trade deadline, and the pressure is increasing on the New York Knicks to complete a Carmelo Anthony trade. New reports suggest that the Nuggets' patience could pay off, with an injury to Knicks' star Amare Stoudemire potentially factoring in when it comes t ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: New York Knicks deal about to happen with help from Timberwolves?

Carmelo.​A new partner has emerged in the New York Knicks continuing quest to obtain the services of Carmelo Anthony: the Minnesota Timberwolves. Reports are circulating about a three-way deal that could happen as early as mid-week -- although there are a lot of gaps that would have to be fil ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: What if deal with Nets, Knicks, Lakers or Mavericks doesn't happen?

Carmelo.​The Carmelo Anthony trade has turned into a puzzle that's taking an annoyingly long time to complete. It's mostly finished, yet everyone is looking for the one piece the dog ate. But is it really that bad of an idea for the Nuggets to hold on to Melo through the February 24 trade dea ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Can L.A. Lakers challenge New York Knicks for Melo's services?

Carmelo.​The New York Knicks' expected hiring of Mark Warkentien, formerly the Nuggets' general manager, to a consultancy gig has most NBA observers convinced that Carmelo Anthony is headed to his dream city of New York. But now, with the Los Angeles Lakers publicly talking about a trade to im ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Mark Warkentien to be groomed as general manager for Melo's Knicks?

Carmelo.​As predicted in our post about Carmelo Anthony's awful play versus the 76ers, Melo went off last night against the New Jersey Nets, who pulled the plug on a deal when he balked at signing a contract extension -- yet the Nugs still lost handily. Not that it matters, since New York Knic ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: New Jersey boos likely tonight -- and Melo deserved them vs. 76ers

Carmelo.​Our Friday post arguing that the New York Knicks victory over the Miami Heat made a Carmelo Anthony trade more likely has only been reinforced by a front office add reportedly made by NYC over the weekend. Against this backdrop, the Nuggets face off tonight against the trade-talks-jil ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade causes turmoil for NY Knicks? Wilson Chandler doesn't like Denver?

Carmelo.​As the Carmelo Anthony Trade Turns. Yesterday, we cited reports that the New York Knicks are back in the Melo mix following the collapse of a swap with the New Jersey Nets. Such rumblings are apparently shaking things up in NYC, and not for the better, with potential trade bait Wilson ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: NY Knicks back in mix because Nuggets soften on Anthony Randolph?

Carmelo.​Yesterday, we shared reports that a Carmelo Anthony trade is unlikely to happen this week. Now, an organization source hints that with the collapse of a deal with the New Jersey Nets, the Nugs are now seriously looking at shipping Melo to his chosen destination, the New York Knicks, w ... More >>

Reader: Carmelo Anthony wants out of Denver, so stop dragging your feet and start rebuilding!

Carmelo.​Our post about New Jersey Nets owner Mikhail Prokhorov pulling out of the Carmelo Anthony sweepstakes due in part to the Nuggets dragging out the process drew some sharp responses from readers. Judging by this post, plenty of fans are ready for the team to start making decisions, eve ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Chauncey Billups likely to stay, Nugs will probably get squat for Melo

Carmelo.​It finally happened: New Jersey Nets owner Mikhail Prokhorov tired of the drawn-out talks over Carmelo Anthony's services and publicly withdrew from negotiations yesterday. So where's that leave Nuggets management? In a position to keep Chauncey Billups (which is great), but receive ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Melo edits Martin Luther King on Twitter, bitches about booing

Carmelo.​As the Melo drama over a potential Carmelo Anthony trade to the New Jersey Nets intensifies, the man himself appears to be on a spin-control PR blitz. Hot on the heels of Anthony's guarded ESPN interview comes a Sports Illustrated story in which he complains about fans' anger. And yes ... More >>

Reader: Carmelo Anthony should end the silly drama and get the f*ck out of Denver!

Carmelo.​It's been months since we first heard about a blockbuster trade that would send Carmelo Anthony to the New Jersey Nets -- and the pressure's starting to get to Melo if his tweets are any indication. The result is frustration for everyone involved -- including one fan who no doubt spea ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Melo using Twitter to vent and whine about rumors and haters

Carmelo.​The talk of a blockbuster Carmelo Anthony trade to the New Jersey Nets continues to build, and with it the pressure on Melo. Throughout the process, he's been cautious with his public comments -- but in the past day or so, posts on his Twitter feed have grown increasingly whiny and d ... More >>

CU Buffs basketball team best since Chauncey Billups glory days after defeating Kansas State

Levi Knutson.​When was the last time anyone other the parents of players paid attention to the CU Buffs men's basketball team? Well, there's finally a reason to start. Last night's victory over Kansas State marks the second straight win over a ranked opponent -- which has never happened befor ... More >>

Reader: Chauncey Billups needs to stay with the Nuggets, but not that whiny Carmelo Anthony!

Chauncey.​Our item yesterday about a potential trade that would send Carmelo Anthony and Chauncey Billups to the New Jersey Nets prompted a strong take from a reader known as "lala." No, it's probably not that LaLa, judging by what she had to say about Melo.

Top three foods for Carmelo Anthony when he gets traded

​It's only a matter of time till Melo gets his All-Star game out of this cowtown and takes his talents to Sopranoland on the East Coast. The Denver Nuggets are close to trading their best player for the last seven years for a pack of bubble gum, a couple of B-grade b-ballers and a few draft pi ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Are Nuggets stalling trade because they want Nets to keep losing?

Carmelo.​Yesterday, we told you that a blockbuster three-team deal to send Nuggets Carmelo Anthony and Chauncey Billups to the New Jersey Nets had hit a roadblock, reportedly because the Nugs wanted the Nets to take relatively new acquisition Al Harrington off their hands, too. But is that the ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony & Chauncey Billups trade to NJ Nets hitting roadblock over Al Harrington?

Carmelo.​We're hearing conflicting reports about the long-rumored trade of Carmelo Anthony to the New Jersey Nets. Some sources suggest that a deal for Melo and Chauncy Billups is imminent, while another says it's on the rocks due to the Nuggets' insistence on including Al Harrington in the pa ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Can Knicks get a first rounder? And do Nets = Clippers?

Carmelo.​As predicted, all the breathless talk among the local media about Carmelo Anthony possibly being traded to the New Jersey Nets yesterday proved to be premature, probably because Melo would much rather go to the New York Knicks. Now, however, there are signs that the Knicks may be look ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Will Melo write off $65 million contract not to play for New Jersey Nets?

Carmelo.​Last night, 7News' Lionel Bienvenu reported that Carmelo Anthony could be traded to the New Jersey Nets as early as today for two first round draft picks, Derrick Favors and the expiring contract of Troy Murphy. (9News' Drew Soicher did likewise.) Problem is, the deal's dead if Melo r ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: With Nuggets reportedly ready to deal, is he phoning it in?

​Last night, the Nuggets failed to secure George Karl's 1,000th win vs. the Boston Celtics in part because Carmelo Anthony sat out, reportedly due to cold symptoms and right-knee inflammation. Is it coincidental that these issues flared up the same night reports suggested that the Nugs have f ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Melo wants to play for NY Knicks & a winner -- but is that impossible?

​Lately, there's been no public progress in trading Carmelo Anthony, making it difficult for fans to commit to the Nuggets despite the team's recent victory over Kobe Bryant's Lakers. Meanwhile, Melo's still sending mixed signals over whether he prefers to move to a winner or ink with a strugg ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Does Bret Bearup firing doom revival of NJ Nets/Derrick Favors deal?

Carmelo.​Many Nuggets fans have been frustrated by the apparent lack of progress in a Carmelo Anthony trade -- a situation that's keeping players and fans alike in limbo and leaves open the possibility that the Nugs will wind up with nothing à la Toronto and Cleveland. Now, a front office sac ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: New rumors about Chicago Bulls, New Jersey Nets, Philly 76ers

Carmelo.​Despite Carmelo Anthony's recent I-want-a-change comment to Yahoo! Sports, the Melo trade rumors that were rife during the off-season have died down now that the games count. But they haven't gone away, with the latest rumblings involving franchises that were previously identified as ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Can New Jersey Nets offer Nuggets more than either Knicks, Bulls?

Carmelo.​The extended period of quiet over a Carmelo Anthony trade following the collapse of a deal with New Jersey is over. Not only are the Knicks back in the hunt, with a little reported help from Spike Lee, but now, both the Chicago Bulls and, yes, the Nets are reportedly feeling pressure ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: New Jersey Nets owner signals that team is still interested in Melo

Carmelo.​The deal to send Carmelo Anthony to the New Jersey Nets is supposedly dead -- but don't schedule the funeral just yet. Last week, a Nuggets scout was in New Jersey watching Derrick Favors, reportedly a centerpiece of a potential transaction. And now, comments from the Nets' owner ind ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Nuggets scout watches Derrick Favors gets schooled by Kevin Garnett

Carmelo.​We keep being told that the four-way trade to send Carmelo Anthony to the New Jersey Nets is dead -- but it may have some life in it yet. Why else would a Nuggets scout be eyeballing Nets rookie Derrick Favors, reportedly one of the keys to a possible deal?

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: 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: Execs (from NJ Nets, Jazz?) pissed at Nugs for delay, but screw them

Carmelo.​It was one awkward media day for Carmelo Anthony and the Denver Nuggets, with all involved doing their best to pretend the trade winds that continue to blow at gale force are merely a gentle breeze. Behind the scenes, though, NBA heavyweights are reportedly upset at Nuggets execs for ... 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 4-way trade to include Nets' Derrick Favors, Jazz's Andrei Kirilenko?

Carmelo.​Lookit these three Denver blog posts. Denver Stiffs' Andrew Feinstein links to the latest Melo trade rumor -- he'd go to New Jersey, with the Nuggets getting the Nets' Derrick Favors, Utah's Andrei Kirilenko and draft picks aplenty. Interesting, anyhow. 5280's Michael de Yoanna note ... 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 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-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 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 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 >>

Just Wright is a romantic comedy that has gone just wrong

Denver Blogs: The Nuggets are a powerful five and oh!

Carmelo is ready for his close-up.​Visit these local blogs, won't you? The Nugg Doctor's Nick Sclafani points out that the Nuggets are listed either third or fourth in four major power rankings. Betcha the New Jersey Nets would agree with that... Over at 5280, Michael de Yoanna reveals that ... More >>

All hail Nuggets enforcer Kenyon Martin: A dunks and defense tribute

The Denver Nuggets tip off their second-round playoff series against the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday afternoon -- and their success will likely hinge on the sort of defensive play Kenyon Martin has been bringing to the court of late. Martin was hurt for on and off for many of his early years with t ... More >>

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Taking the Shot

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Letters to the Editor

From the week of August 5, 2004

Solid Gold

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Off Limits

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