The NBA world was shocked on Monday morning when Carmelo Anthony announced he was retiring from the NBA after 19 years.
Anthony hasn’t played a game in more than a year and there was a lot of speculation about what he would do next.
In the video he posted, he suggested there were more chapters to be written about him but his time in the NBA is over.
Thank you #STAYME7O pic.twitter.com/4au8cOd13s
— Carmelo Anthony (@carmeloanthony) May 22, 2023
Following Anthony’s announcement, people came pouring onto social media to talk about the 10-time All-Star.
Nearly every comment about Anthony was celebratory.
Anthony received tons of praise from people, no matter their age or affiliation with specific teams in the league.
The word “legend” was used again and again as people spoke of Anthony.
LEGEND
— Knicks Memes (@KnicksMemes) May 22, 2023
There were plenty of people who were calling Anthony one of the best scorers to ever play.
He truly has made a name for himself as a lights-out shooter who can dominate from all over the court.
During his career, Anthony averaged 22.5 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.7 assists on 44.7% from the field and 35.5% from the three-point line.
One of the best pure scorers the NBA has ever seen.
— John Frascella (Football) (@LegendSports7) May 22, 2023
There were many other people who commented on how long they have been watching Anthony play.
First joining the league in 2003, Anthony has gone from a college superstar to one of the most well-known and respected veterans to ever play.
Growing up, watching you and Kobe compete was unforgettable. Two legends.
Cheers to retirement, Melo. 🤝🏼
— nick (@ndotp_) May 22, 2023
Over here feeling old 🤣 pic.twitter.com/UBsNV58t3s
— Jonathan Adams (@JonDAdams) May 22, 2023
Anthony has left behind a very strong legacy that will live on among many teams, most notably the Denver Nuggets and New York Knicks.
Many people were hoping they’d see him put on a jersey one more time before retiring but that wasn’t meant to be.
Instead, Anthony can look back with pride on all he achieved and the strong fanbase he created during his many years in the league.
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