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Carmelo Anthony trade: Early takeaways of OKC Thunder three team deal

The long awaited trade of Carmelo Anthony is complete as the OKC Thunder did what many thought was near impossible. That specifically was avoiding the necessity to buy out Anthony’s $27.9 million contract.

One after another the handful of teams with cap space made moves which rendered them incapable of being a trade destination. In the end the Atlanta Hawks stepped up the plate to facilitate the trade. Also involved in the trade are the Philadelphia 76ers.

Specifics:

Outgoing from OKC Thunder:

  • Carmelo Anthony moves to Atlanta Hawks who will immediately buy out his contract.