About
Carmelo Anthony is a retired American professional basketball player who played 19 seasons in the NBA. Known for his prolific scoring ability and offensive prowess, Anthony was a ten-time NBA All-Star and six-time All-NBA Team member. He played college basketball for Syracuse, leading them to a national championship in 2003 and earning the NCAA Tournament's Most Outstanding Player award. In 2021, he was named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team and inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame twice in 2025, as an individual and as a member of the 2008 U.S. Olympic team.
Career Timeline
NCAA Championship Win
Leads Syracuse to NCAA Championship.
NBA Draft Pick
Drafted by Denver Nuggets, starts NBA career.
New York Knicks Trade
Traded to New York Knicks, becomes franchise player.
Olympic Gold Medal
Wins Olympic gold medal with Team USA.
Trade to Oklahoma City
Traded to Oklahoma City Thunder.
Brief Stint in Portland
Revives career with Portland Trail Blazers.
NBA 75th Anniversary Team
Named to NBA 75th Anniversary Team.
Hall of Fame Induction
Inducted into Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Retired NBA Legend
Cemented legacy as prolific scorer.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026