In today's Knicks rumors and news update, the Los Angeles Lakers and New York Knicks seem to be emerging as the prohibitive favorites to land Carmelo Anthony during this offseason's tumultuous free agency period.
Per ESPN's Marc Stein, none of Anthony's reported suitors are out of the chase just yet:
As of 6 PM EST Sunday, ESPN sources say NONE of Melo's suitors (Rockets, Bulls, Mavs or Lakers) have been told they are out of contention
— Marc Stein (@ESPNSteinLine) July 6, 2014
Despite the fact that the field is still wide open, the prevailing thought around the NBA is either that Melo will return to MSG or will join forces with Kobe Bryant in Hollywood:
Everyone is technically still alive ... though there is a rising sense around the league that Melo likely to choose between Knicks & Lakers — Marc Stein (@ESPNSteinLine) July 6, 2014
When might we hear the seven-time NBA All-Star's final verdict? It could very well be tomorrow...
When will Melo make it official? Obviously it could happen at any time, but Monday has been loosely mentioned as a day for some clarity
— Marc Stein (@ESPNSteinLine) July 6, 2014
Stick with Chat Sports for all the latest on Melo's journey through free agency as additional information is made available.
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