Former Knicks superstar Carmelo Anthony, a member of the NBA’s 75th Anniversary Team and a 10-time All-Star, confirmed his retirement from the NBA on Monday via social media, thus concluding an extraordinary 19-season career in the league.
In his announcement video, Anthony stated, “The time has now come to say goodbye,” and expressed that his legacy will be carried on by his son, Kiyan.
Prior to his retirement, Anthony’s most recent NBA appearance was during the 2021-22 season with the Los Angeles Lakers. He did not participate in any games this season.
Anthony, the third overall pick in the 2003 draft, spent eight seasons with the Denver Nuggets before being traded to the New York Knicks in the 2010-11 season.