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Carmelo who? Catch the Nuggets versus the Knicks tonight

One of the strangest things about being a sports fan is the way we form complicated relationships and strong opinions about players who we know nothing about beyond their contributions on the field or on the court. A superstar is a symbol of pride for the city he represents...and if he skips town to ... More >>

The ten best storytellers in hip-hop

The art of storytelling has existed since before recorded history, so it's somewhat surprising that the practice didn't take off in hip-hop, an originally oral tradition, until the late '80s. Since rappers discovered just how captivating a well-told story could be, the storytelling track has become ... More >>

Ten more unsolved Denver murders: Read victims' personal stories

In May, we shared a post featuring personal stories of victims in ten unsolved Denver murders, with the information provided by Families of Homicide Victims and Missing Persons, an organization devoted to making sure no case or loved one is forgotten. Unfortunately, there are many more tragic event ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony sucks in Nurse Jackie debut: This is why he moved to New York?

Plenty of people who tuned in last night's episode of the Showtime series Nurse Jackie probably found themselves saying, "Hey, isn't that Carmelo Anthony?" And it was: Melo appeared as a patient in a rehab center -- yet Showtime PR reps hardly knocked themselves out ballyhooing the gig. Why? Maybe b ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony shoots like a bricklayer in Nuggets' win over New York Knicks

"Sorry, LaLa."​Denver blog posts are kid-tested, mother-approved. Denver Stiffs' Andrew Feinstein with more reaction on the Nuggets' defeat of the Melo-led New York Knicks. Colorado Independent's John Tomasic on Doug Lamborn protest of Barack Obama -- by skipping his State of the Union addre ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony set to return to Denver on November 16 -- if there's an NBA season, that is

LaLa & Melo.​These Denver blog posts are having a three-way. Alert Cinemax. Denver Stiffs' Andrew Feinstein breaks down the just-announced NBA schedule for the Nuggets, including Melo's only visit with the Knicks, even though he acknowledges the very real possibility that part of the 82-game ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony loses $6 million on house sale: Hope he's happy in NYC (PHOTOS)

Carmelo.​Last summer, some observers were still optimistic that Carmelo Anthony might remain a Denver Nugget. But their confidence was shaken when he put his Polo Ridge Estates mansion on the market for $9.5 million. A year later, the spread has finally sold for $6.2 million -- more than $3 mi ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony sings, dresses in drag on Saturday Night Live (VIDEOS)

​ This past weekend, Carmelo Anthony -- you know, that guy who used to be Denver's best basketball player until the new Nuggets showed up and started kicking major ass (GAAAAAAALLO!) -- did something in New York that he could have never, ever done in Denver: took just a few hours out of his bu ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony is high-maintenance superstar & other things we've learned since Knicks trade

​These Denver blog posts materialized before our very eyes. Denver Stiffs' Andrew Feinstein shares what we've learned since the Nuggets dealt Carmelo Anthony to the Knicks -- including that Melo is a high-maintenance superstar. To say nothing of LaLa. WhoSaidYouSaid spotlights a mom who real ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony: Should Nuggets fans enjoy how much Melo, Knicks are struggling? (VIDEO)

Carmelo.​The Nuggets were stuck in limbo most of this season due to the Carmelo Anthony trade -- and now, new acquisitions from the New York Knicks and even veterans like Nenê are playing like parolees enjoying their first taste of freedom in ages. The same isn't true of the Melo-supplemented ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony: ESPN's Jason Smith criticizes Melo even after Knicks' epic win over Heat

Carmelo.​While much of America suffered through an ultra-dull Oscar ceremony, NBA Nation was riveted by a contest between the loaded Miami Heat and the Carmelo Anthony-Chauncey Billups supplemented New York Knicks. In the end, the Knicks triumphed 91-86, with Anthony dropping 29 on LeBron and ... More >>

Reader: Take my Carmelo Anthony sandwich. Please!

​The ink was barely dry on Carmelo Anthony's $65 million deal to play for the New York Knicks when NYC's iconic Carnegie Deli added a sky-high sandwich devoted to Melo to its menu. "We put bacon on there, because we hope that Melo will bring the bacon back to New York -- and hopefully a champ ... More >>

Reader: Carmelo Anthony-Chauncey Billups Knicks debut like watching bitchy ex-girlfriend

Chauncey.​Our post yesterday about the New York Knicks debut of former Denver stars Carmelo Anthony and Chauncey Billups was an emotional rollercoaster for Nuggets fans -- especially those who felt Nugs management owed Billups an apology for sending him east. The vibe was captured perfectly by ... More >>

Chauncey Billups: Could he be most valuable Knicks add in Carmelo Anthony trade? (VIDEO)

Billups and Dolan.​The Nuggets issued an apology to Chauncey Billups after dealing him to the New York Knicks as part of the Carmelo Anthony trade -- and he probably deserves another one from the New York media, which treated him like a virtual afterthought at yesterday's intro press conferenc ... More >>

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 >>

Wilson Chandler, Raymond Felton, Timofrey Mozgov, Danilo Gallinari: Meet new Nuggets

Timofrey Mozgov.​The Carmelo Anthony trade -- the one Melo couldn't talk about yet on Conan last night -- brought four new players to your Denver Nuggets. Of course, some may be dealt for draft picks. So hurry to get info on Knicks-turned-Nugs Wilson Chandler, Raymond Felton, Timofrey Mozgov a ... 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: NY Knicks not buying Nuggets bluff that they can keep restless Melo

Carmelo.​Reports that Amare Stoudemire's toe injury had upped pressure on the Knicks to trade for Carmelo Anthony, coupled with restlessness in Lakers Nation, suggested that a deal might favor the Nugs. But the winds have shifted, with insiders now saying the Nugs' sense that Melo might stay i ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: NY Knicks mull Melo price as pressure builds on Lakers to make move

Carmelo.​Reports that Amare Stoudemire's toe injury had ratcheted up pressure on the Knicks to make a Carmelo Anthony trade happen apparently weren't enough to get a Melo deal done yesterday. Meanwhile, the Lakers' alleged interest in Melo has been denigrated as a non-story -- but after the La ... 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's house still for sale but price same as in July: Hedging his bets? (PHOTOS)

Carmelo Anthony.​Yesterday, Carmelo Anthony told the Denver Post he would take a "hard look" at signing a Nuggets contract extension if he's not dealt to the Knicks, the Lakers or someone else by the February 24 trade deadline. But is there really a scenario that could keep Melo a Nug? The fac ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Nuggets using Lakers & Andrew Bynum to con Knicks into upping offer?

Carmelo.​Yesterday in Carmelo, all hell broke loose. Amid reports about a three-way Knicks, Nuggets and Timberwolves trade and direct talks between Knicks' owner James Dolan and Nugs boss Stan Kroenke, ESPN's Chris Broussard talked up a potential L.A. Lakers swap, with Andrew Bynum as the main ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: NY Knicks owner James Dolan reportedly negotiating with Stan Kroenke

Carmelo.​The prospect that Carmelo Anthony will be dealt before the February 24 trade deadline just got better. Following hot on the sneakers of reports about a possible three-team deal involving the Knicks, Nuggets and Timberwolves comes word that New York owner James Dolan is talking directl ... 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: Knicks drama revolves around Melo deal -- and are Lakers opting out?

Carmelo.​Tension over a possible Carmelo Anthony trade keeps increasing. Denials from team sources that the L.A. Lakers are discussing a Melo swap have been followed by the sort of organizational silence that tends to fuel speculation. Meanwhile, suggestions that the Knicks are balking at an A ... 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: NY Knicks win over Miami Heat makes Melo deal more likely

Carmelo.​This week, reports about the New York Knicks being back in the Carmelo Anthony trade hunt have gotten big play -- as have rumblings that possible Knicks trade component Wilson Chandler doesn't want to wind up in Denver. Amid this chatter, New York managed to beat the highly touted Mia ... 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 >>

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: If Melo only wants to go to NY Knicks, why wait months to make move?

Carmelo.​Carmelo Anthony's comments yesterday following the Nuggets' loss to the Knicks were less vague than usual. It's plainer than ever that he wants to leap from Denver to New York, and he's willing to use the threat of refusing to sign a long-term extension with another team to make it h ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: Here's why the New York Knicks shouldn't make a deal for Melo

Carmelo.​Welcome to this week's initial array of Denver blog posts. 5280's A.J. Vicens recaps last night's nearly Carmelo Anthony-free Nuggets win over the Suns and links to a New York mag piece arguing against the Knicks trading for Melo. Colorado Independent: Senator Morgan Carroll wants p ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: ESPN's Jason Smith predicts Melo will be NY Knick before Christmas

Carmelo.​Last night's Nuggets victory over the New York Knicks gave reporters the opportunity to ask Carmelo Anthony about rumors that he'd soon be playing for the losing squad. He attempted to deflect speculation, but the responses he provided weren't especially convincing to Jason Smith, hos ... More >>

Get cheap Nuggets tickets and help Denver's homeless community: Win-win, we say!

Chauncey Billups says to buy cheap tickets. That almost rhymes.​ Everyone likes cheap stuff, right? And cheap stuff is even better when it benefits a good cause, like the Denver VOICE. Enter the VOICE's latest deal: wicked super-cheap Nuggets tickets to tonight's game against the New York Kni ... 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: 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: Is Spike Lee the reason Nuggets, New York Knicks talks back on?

Milking it with Spike Lee.​Why are Carmelo Anthony trade talks between the Nuggets and New York Knicks heating up again? One theory is that the Nugs have lowered their demands and expectations, believing getting something for Melo is better than nothing. But now comes another possibility, and ... More >>

Carmelo Anthony trade: New York Knicks deal featuring Danilo Gallinari looking more likely

​We've known that Carmelo Anthony has wanted to play for the New York Knicks since that July wedding toast. The problem to date's been the lack of assets the Knicks have had to offer in exchange for his services. But a new report suggests that a fresh offer is in the works that might finally s ... 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: 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: 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 to the New York Knicks before next summer?

Carmelo.​It's no secret that the New York Knicks would love to team up Carmelo Anthony, Chris Paul and Amare Stoudemire (just as the Lakers would love to put a Melo-Kobe Bryant package together). But could the Knicks make such a deal happen this season, not next?

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 >>

Is That a Zamboni Way Down There?

A glimpse of the dysfunctional NBA clan from a lofty family-night perch.

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