While playing the Memphis Grizzlies in one of those dreaded afternoon games, the New York Knicks had a chance to catch up with the Brooklyn Nets in the Eastern Conference standings. A win would have at least given them a little something to feel good about during a miserable 2013-14 season.
But, just as they've done with what seems like every other chance (and every rebound), they let it slip right through their fingers. And that was despite a vintage performance from Carmelo Anthony, who continues to do everything possible to push his team to victory.
Even against the tough Grizz defense, 'Melo posted a 30-spot, shooting 11-of-22 from the field while playing a game-high 42 minutes. The premier superstar in New York also added seven rebounds, an assist, two steals and two blocks, asserting himself across all columns of the box score.
It wasn't enough.
Just as it hasn't been enough throughout the season.
Going into the 95-87 loss on Dec. 21, Anthony was averaging 26.4 points, 9.1 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.7 blocks per game while shooting 44.3 p ...
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New York Knicks Keep Wasting Carmelo Anthony’s Talent
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