How much of an apology do we owe Carmelo Anthony? The 10-time All-Star deserves at least a modicum of contrition, averaging 16.9 points per game for the Blazers entering Friday while shooting 38.7% from three. Anthony’s return to the NBA was met with a collective shrug by much of the basketball intelligentsia, with many dismissing his final chance before he even stepped on the floor in 2019-20. Anthony’s defensive shortcomings were thought to be too glaring. His shot selection was seen as a Scarlet Letter. After a rough exit in OKC and a disastrous stint in Houston, Anthony was preemptively written off before his season debut on Nov.
Why Carmelo Anthony’s Comeback Has Been Smoother Than Expected
