Former NBA player believes Carmelo Anthony still has gas left in his tank : "I still think he can get you 15 to 20 points a night”
Carmelo Anthony, who many believe is one of the greatest scorers in NBA history, is still without a job in the league. Although he's 38 years old, the 10-time All-Star and 6-time All-NBA member has shown that he can be a valuable piece off the bench the past few seasons.
Anthony played with the LA Lakers, playing 26 minutes and averaging 13.3 points per game in 69 appearances. He shot 44.1%, including 37.5% from 3-point range.
Former New York Knicks coach Mike Woodson talked about why Anthony should be on an NBA roster:
"If I was still coaching in that league, he would be on my team. That's just how much respect and love I have for Carmelo Anthony and the body of work that he's put into that league. I don't think his talent's the question. Someone might give him a shot to come back. ... I still think that he can get you 15-20 points a night if he's coming off the bench.
"You know, I have nothing but love for Carmelo. I think he's gotten a bad rep over the years, and I would love to see him back in the game. And I think it's still good for the game to have him around. Only time well if he gets back."
The stats back up Woodson's contention. Coming off the bench the last few years, Anthony has averaged nearly 15 points in each of those seasons.
"I still think he can get you 15 to 20 points a night"
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Carmelo Anthony to Taiwan reports
Although Carmelo Anthony might not back in the NBA anytime soon, he could be playing in Taiwan soon, according to recent reports. It wouldn't be a bad career decision for him if he wants to get back into the NBA.
If he goes to Taiwan and plays well, NBA teams might be more open to bringing him in.
"Tainan TSG GhostHawks head coach Liu Meng-chu said Sunday that Taiwan Steel Group had greenlit the signing of a marquee overseas player, with a deal for NBA free agent Carmelo Anthony already in the works.
"At a pregame press conference ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Taoyuan Leopards, Liu said the GhostHawks had opened talks with former Los Angeles Laker Anthony's representatives," Huang Chiao-wen and James Lo reported for Focus Taiwan.
There are a few teams that could add a shooter like Carmelo Anthony. It wouldn't be surprising to see him get a deal soon after he plays in Taiwan. Although it might not seem likely at the moment, there are teams that would love him.
Given how bad the LA Lakers have been from the 3-point line this season, it could be in their interest to sign him. He's proven with them that he can make a good contribution off the bench.