It's been talked about since this past offseason; however, 36 games into this new season, Carmelo Anthony finds himself suiting up with the Denver Nuggets, playing with a team he'd love to leave.
As the frustration builds, it won't be long before Carmelo Anthony finds himself on a new team. How long can he really play for a city he's trying to escape? How long can the Nuggets continue to play with his patience?
While moving a guy of Carmelo's value is no easy task, the Nuggets need to get the ball moving. Their initial demand from the New Jersey Nets—five draft picks—was absolutely ridiculous. Their three-team deal seems a lot more plausible; still, it seems there's a hang-up somewhere. As long as the trade talks continue, Carmelo and the other players involved sit idly by, futures and careers hanging up in the air.
I'll be honest: I don't quite understand why Carmelo wants to move. Sure, it's always nice to get a change of scenery, but you know what they say about the grass on the other side...
If he's searching for a ring, the prize may be closer than thinks.
The West is unpredictable. The Spurs sit in first place ...
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