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Carmelo Anthony hopes Knicks retire his number

Carmelo Anthony #00 of the Portland Trail Blazers speaks to his teammates during a time out in the first half of the game at Moda Center on December 06, 2019 in Portland, Oregon. Credit: Getty Images/Steve Dykes

SAN FRANCISCO — Carmelo Anthony was open about his desire to join the Knicks eight years ago. He was open to a second chance this summer. And now he’d like to return to Madison Square Garden, but not as a player.

Anthony, who spent seven-and-a-half seasons starring for the Knicks, would like to be remembered when his playing days are done— by having his jersey placed in the rafters alongside Knicks legends.