New York Knicks: Players Who Stepped Up Against Washington Wizards

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Oct 10, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) dribbles the ball against the Washington Wizards during the third quarter at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks won 90-88. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports /

Carmelo Anthony

Since struggling against the Houston Rockets in the preseason opener, Carmelo Anthony has looked like a superstar again. He torched the Brooklyn Nets on Saturday, October 8, and looked just as good against the Washington Wizards.

If this is a sign of things to come, then Anthony’s history of excelling in the NBA after winning an Olympic gold medal will continue.

Anthony finished with 19 points, four rebounds, two assists, one block, and a steal in 25 minutes of action. He shot 7-of-11 from the field, went 4-of-5 from beyond the arc, and converted his only free throw attempt.

It was an outstanding performance by the franchise player, whose contributions will determine the success or failure of the 2016-17 season for the New York Knicks.

Anthony’s willingness to facilitate is a continued development, but it’s his scoring prowess that matters most. Anthony’s legs weren’t under him in 2015-16, but that doesn’t appear to be an issue with his jump shot or his interior game entering 2016-17.

If Anthony continues to perform like this, then the Knicks will get back to the NBA Playoffs this season.

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