New York Knicks star Carmelo Anthony has been included in trade rumors and speculation for the better part of the past two years. Where could he go?
The New York Knicks’ season has fallen apart. The team is losing a lot of games, and the locker room is starting to cave in, as well.
Derrick Rose skipped a game to be with family without telling anyone, Courtney Lee is getting benched for Ron Baker, and Carmelo Anthony’s time with the Knicks seems headed for a finish. This may be for the best, as the Knicks are not contenders with Anthony.
The team needs to build around 21-year-old big man Kristaps Porzingis, who is the future face of the franchise.
Anthony trade rumors have never really been taken seriously, as he has a no-trade clause and loves living in New York. This all changed after the game in Toronto, as Carmelo finally seemed ready to discuss a trade.
In a quote taken by Frank Isola of The New York Daily News, Anthony said the following:
Carmelo: "If they feel like my time in New York is over I guess that’s a conversation we should have."
— Frank Isola (@TheFrankIsola) January 15, 2017
There are rumors swirling about where Anthony could end up. With his no-trade clause, he controls where he will end up.
The two teams most talked about are the Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Clippers. Either of these destinations would allow Anthony to play in the postseason and play with one of his closest friends in LeBron James or Chris Paul.
The trade would also allow the Knicks to get younger and finally move forward. Anthony never got the Knicks close to a championship, but he should be viewed in a positive light as he’s been loyal and has loved playing for the Knicks.
What would a trade look like? Here are three proposals.