NBA Legend Carmelo Anthony Announces Retirement

Carmelo Anthony, one of the greatest scorers in NBA history, has confirmed his retirement after 19 seasons in the league. The forward spent his last year with the Los Angeles Lakers and did not play this season. He was part of the 2003 class that included LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh.

In a video posted on his social media pages, Anthony stated that he was passing on the torch to his son Kiyan, who dreams of making it to the NBA. He expressed his gratitude to his communities, the cities he represented with pride, and his fans who have supported him throughout the years.

Anthony’s legacy was not just about his feats on the court or the awards he received, but his son Kiyan, who will carry his torch. “Let nothing hold you back. Let nothing intervene”, Anthony urged his son. He believes that his purpose was stronger than just basketball and forever grateful for the people and places that made him Carmelo Anthony.

Anthony was the third overall pick in the 2003 draft and spent the first eight years of his career with the Denver Nuggets. He then played six years with the New York Knicks, followed by short stints with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Houston Rockets, and Portland Trail Blazers.

As he closes his career, Anthony is excited about what the future holds for him. He is an NBA legend who will leave a lasting impact on the league and its fans.

Credit: mirror.co.uk

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