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Carmelo Anthony announces retirement from basketball

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After 19 seasons, Carmelo Anthony has announced his retirement from basketball.

One of the greatest scorers in NBA history, Melo shared his news with the following video, sharing that, “now the time has come for me to say goodbye. To the court where I made my name, to the game that gave me purpose and pride. With this bittersweet goodbye to the NBA, I am excited about what the future holds for me.”

Thank you #STAYME7O pic.twitter.com/4au8cOd13s

— Carmelo Anthony (@carmeloanthony) May 22, 2023

After winning a NCAA title with Syracuse in 2003, Anthony immediately exploded in the NBA with his scoring prowess.