In the statement made by the NBA, it was stated that 38-year-old American basketball player Anthony, who was selected as a 10-time All-Star, retired.
Commenting on his social media account, Anthony said, “I remember the days when I had nothing, dreaming of more with a basketball in the gym… But basketball was my way out. My purpose was strong, my communities, the cities I proudly represent, and the fans who supported me along the way… “I’m forever grateful to those people and places for what Carmelo Anthony did. But it’s time to say goodbye. With this bittersweet goodbye to the NBA, I’m excited about what the future holds for me.” used the phrases.
Anthony, who has spent 19 seasons in the NBA, last played an NBA game with the Los Angeles Lakers last season.
Retiring as the 9th highest scorer in NBA history, Anthony finished his career with 28,289 points.
Star basketball players who scored more points than Anthony are LeBron James, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Karl Malone, Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, Dirk Nowitzki, Wilt Chamberlain and Shaquille O’Neal.