Playoff success has eluded Carmelo Anthony all throughout his career. The star lifted the New York Knicks to just one playoff series win in seven seasons. Prior to his Knicks stint, Melo’s Denver Nuggets were a one-and-done in the playoffs in six of seven years.
First-round exits have been a persistent theme during Melo’s career and his former coach—George Karl—wishes he did more to help Anthony win a championship. Karl spoke about Anthony on his podcast “Truth + Basketball.”
Melo was the best offensive player I ever coached. Looking back, I wish I had done a better job of helping him become a championship player.