Basketball
Carmelo Anthony, one of the most prolific scorers in NBA history, has announced his retirement from professional basketball. The 10-time All-Star and six-time All-NBA selection played for 19 seasons, finishing his career with 28,289 points, the ninth-most in NBA history.
Anthony, 39, made his retirement announcement in a video posted to his social media accounts on Monday. In the video, he thanked the game of basketball for giving him the opportunity to live his dream.
"I'm grateful for the game of basketball," Anthony said. "I appreciate it. I've given this game everything I had, and it gave everything back and more. Basketball has been my ultimate teacher, my refuge, and the place I've always turned to. It's been more than a profession; it's been my world."
Anthony's retirement comes after a storied career that included stops with the Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks, Oklahoma City Thunder, Houston Rockets, Portland Trail Blazers, and Los Angeles Lakers. He was a member of the 2008 U.S. Olympic team that won gold in Beijing, and he was named to the NBA's All-Defensive Second Team in 2013.
Anthony's scoring ability was his calling card. He averaged 24.1 points per game for his career, and he led the league in scoring twice (2012-13 and 2013-14). He was also a clutch performer, scoring 30 or more points in 19 playoff games.
Anthony's career was not without its challenges. He was criticized for his lack of defense and his inability to lead his teams to deep playoff runs. However, he never wavered in his commitment to the game, and he continued to produce at a high level throughout his career.
Carmelo Anthony's retirement is a significant moment in NBA history. He was one of the most talented scorers of his generation, and he helped to shape the game of basketball. He will be remembered as one of the greatest players to ever play the game.
In addition to his on-court accomplishments, Anthony was also a positive role model off the court. He was active in his community, and he worked to improve the lives of young people. He was also a vocal advocate for social justice.
Carmelo Anthony's retirement is a loss for the NBA, but his legacy will live on. He was a great player, a great role model, and a great person. He will be missed by all who knew him.
