Carmelo Anthony will be able to select his next team, and that process already is underway.
The Thunder has granted Anthony to speak with prospective teams, The Oklahoman confirmed on Tuesday. ESPN first reported the news, adding that Anthony had met with Houston and Miami in recent days in Las Vegas.
Anthony and the Thunder are working in conjunction to part ways. The Thunder has until Aug. 31 to waive Anthony and stretch the $27.9 million he's owed in the final season of his contract over three years.
Oklahoma City has until then to seek a trade with Anthony, and the Thunder is engaging in talks with teams.