Carmelo Anthony, one of the most prolific scorers in NBA history, has announced his retirement from the league after 19 seasons
Anthony was known for his offensive skills and silky jump shot, and he was a 10-time NBA All-Star
He was drafted third overall in the 2003 NBA Draft and played for several teams during his career, including the Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks, and Portland Trail Blazers
Anthony announced his retirement in a video posted to social media, in which he bid farewell to the league and expressed excitement about the future
He thanked the people and places that helped make him who he is, but said that the time had come for him to say goodbye to the court and the game
Anthony's son, Kiyan, is also a talented basketball player, and Anthony said that his legacy would continue on through him
Anthony's retirement comes after he did not play in the NBA during the 2022-2023 season
His retirement announcement has been met with tributes from fans, fellow players, and others in the basketball world
Anthony's career highlights include a scoring title, six All-NBA selections, and a place on the NBA's 75th anniversary team
Overall, Anthony's retirement marks the end of a storied career for one of the NBA's most talented and exciting players