Fri Apr 8 2022 | 15:02 | Carmelo Anthony Remains Sidelined For Friday’s Contest |
Los Angeles Lakers power forward Carmelo Anthony (illness) has been ruled out for Friday's game vs. Oklahoma City, his second straight outing on the sidelines. The Lakers are holding out their primary offensive contributors alongside Anthony, with LeBron James (ankle), Anthony Davis (foot) and Russell Westbrook (shoulder) all missing at least Friday's outing. Anthony's absence from the second unit paves the way for Wayne Ellington, Kent Bazemore, and Wenyen Gabriel to all carry elevated roles against an exploitable Thunder defense. The veteran's last chance to suit up this year comes Sunday against Denver. |
Source: Brandon Rahbar | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Apr 7 2022 | 20:48 | Carmelo Anthony To Miss Thursday's Game |
Los Angeles Lakers forward Carmelo Anthony (illness) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Golden State Warriors. He'll join the big three on the sideline since the Lakers have clearly waved the white flag. Head coach Frank Vogel mentioned that all of these players could be available for Friday's contest. In the meantime, Malik Monk should have excellent streaming value. Also, Stanley Johnson and Wenyen Gabriel should see significant minutes on Thursday. Gabriel has shown solid flashes whenever he gets significant playing time. |
Source: Mike Trudell | RotoBaller.com |
Sun Apr 3 2022 | 10:16 | Carmelo Anthony Probable For Sunday |
Los Angeles Lakers forward Carmelo Anthony (illness) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Denver Nuggets. The veteran forward was forced to sit out during their last contest due to a non-COVID related illness. His absence allowed more playing time for Malik Monk and Stanley Johnson. They'd once again be asked to step up, assuming Anthony sits out. Otherwise, they'd all split up the playing time with Anthony returning, but he has been too inconsistent to trust in fantasy leagues right now. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Mar 2 2022 | 09:57 | Carmelo Anthony Pours In 20 Points Off Bench In Defeat |
Los Angeles Lakers power forward Carmelo Anthony led all bench scorers during Tuesday's loss to Dallas with 20 points across 31 minutes. In three games since returning from a hamstring ailment, Anthony has combined for 51 points on 50% shooting, including going 40% from behind the arc. Without Anthony Davis (ankle) available for at least two more weeks, Anthony stands to have elevated offensive upside. He remains L.A.'s clear top scoring threat on the second unit, having recently enjoyed a spate of steals with five in his last three contests. His next outing comes Thursday vs. the Clippers, whom he has combined to shoot 8-for-14 from behind the arc against this year, making him a solid DFS option at his current price range. |
Source: ESPN | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Feb 25 2022 | 21:12 | Carmelo Anthony Will Play Friday |
Los Angeles Lakers forward Carmelo Anthony (hamstring) will return to the court for Friday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. He has missed each of the last five games, but will return here. Anthony should see an increased role with Anthony Davis (foot) sidelined. It doesn't sound like the Lakers are planning on limiting Anthony during Friday's game. That means, fantasy managers should check the waiver wire and see if Anthony is available. He'll be worth a look as a fantasy option with Davis sidelined for the next few weeks. |
Source: Mike Trudell | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Feb 24 2022 | 18:35 | Carmelo Anthony On Track To Suit Up For Friday’s Game |
Los Angeles Lakers power forward Carmelo Anthony (hamstring) was able to log a full practice session Thursday, which has bumped his status up to probable for Friday's contest vs. the Clippers. Anthony sustained his hamstring ailment in the team's most recent L.A. vs. L.A. matchup on Feb. 3, with the Lakers' second unit scuffling in his absence. With Anthony Davis (foot) sidelined, Anthony figures to take on a sizable offensive role, elevating his season-long appeal to begin the second half. The 2.3 triples that Anthony has averaged on a nightly basis this season are on track to tie his career best, previously set in 2012-13. |
Source: Dave McMenamin | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Feb 11 2022 | 19:55 | Carmelo Anthony Remains Unavailable For Saturday’s Game |
Los Angeles Lakers power forward Carmelo Anthony (hamstring) has been ruled out for a fourth consecutive contest, this time missing Saturday's outing vs. Golden State. L.A.'s second unit has primarily relied on Talen Horton-Tucker and Stanley Johnson for elevated usage in Anthony's absence. Prior to being injured, Anthony was in an offensive rhythm, averaging 14.6 points over his last nine games, shooting 40.8 percent from behind the arc in that span. The Lakers have been mum on a return to action for Anthony, with just one game remaining (Wednesday against the Jazz) prior to the All-Star break. |
Source: Jovan Buha | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Feb 8 2022 | 21:26 | Carmelo Anthony To Sit Out Wednesday |
Los Angeles Lakers forward Carmelo Anthony (hamstring) has already been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. However, it was announced that Anthony will also sit out Wednesday's game versus the Portland Trail Blazers as well. The veteran forward will miss both games of the back-to-back set. His absence will mean more minutes and shots coming for Malik Monk. He has been playing well lately and is someone worth snagging in most fantasy formats right now. Monk will also be worth a look as a possible low-cost DFS option for Tuesday's slate. |
Source: Harrison Faigen | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Feb 5 2022 | 16:25 | Carmelo Anthony Out On Saturday Night |
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Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Mon Jan 17 2022 | 18:54 | Carmelo Anthony Tagged As Questionable |
Los Angeles Lakers forward Carmelo Anthony (back) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Utah Jazz. He has missed each of the last two games due to lower back tightness. The Lakers might take the cautious approach here and let Anthony have another night off to fully recover. Talen Horton-Tucker, and Trevor Ariza would be asked to pick up the slack, assuming Anthony is out. Horton-Tucker is the better option between the two, but neither have much streaming appeal. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Nov 9 2021 | 08:40 | Carmelo Anthony Scores Season-High 29 Points |
Los Angeles Lakers forward Carmelo Anthony produced another nice performance off the bench in Monday's 126-123 overtime win against Charlotte, scoring a season-high 29 points with 9-for-13 shooting. He was unconscious from deep in 37 minutes of action, shooting 7-for-10. Melo finished without a single turnover and added three rebounds, one assist and one block to his tally. LeBron James (abdominal strain) has been ruled out for one week, but there are worrying reports that he might actually miss a lot more time than that. Anthony will be in for a busy -- and hopefully productive time -- if that's the case. He's shooting a superb 52 percent from deep this season and will look to keep it up next against the Heat on Wednesday. |
Source: ESPN | RotoBaller.com |
Mon Nov 1 2021 | 05:58 | Carmelo Anthony Nets Game-High 23 Points |
Los Angeles Lakers forward Carmelo Anthony had another strong shooting game in the team's victory over the Houston Rockets on Sunday. He shot 8-for-14 from the field and 5-for-8 from three-point range on the way to a game-high 23 points. He has now hit 11 of his 16 three-point attempts over his last two games. Anthony hasn't been doing much other than shooting the ball well so far this year. However, in Sunday's game, he did a good job of filling the stat sheet as he compiled four blocks, three rebounds and two steals. He'll look to stay hot in his next game, which will also be against the Rockets, on Tuesday. |
Source: ESPN | RotoBaller.com |
Mon Oct 25 2021 | 08:50 | Carmelo Anthony Has A Special Night |
Los Angeles Lakers forward Carmelo Anthony led the team with 28 points in 28 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 121-118 victory over Memphis, moving into ninth place on the league's all-time scoring list. Melo got to 27,423 career points, leaving Moses Malone (27,409) behind him. He sunk six of eight attempts from deep and shot 10-for-15 overall from the field, adding three rebounds to his tally with one assist, one steal and two blocks. The veteran scorer had combined for only 27 points in his first two appearances as a Laker. Nights like these have become very rare for Anthony, but he can still get buckets in a hurry and will look to maintain his scoring form on Tuesday against the Spurs. |
Source: ESPN | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Jun 5 2021 | 00:42 | Trail Blazers, Terry Stotts parting ways after 9 seasons |
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — No team in the NBA has a longer active streak of postseason appearances than the Portland Trail Blazers, who have gotten there in each of the last eight seasons. That wasn’t enough to save Terry Stotts, and Portland will have a new coach next season. The Trail Blazers and Stotts parted ways Friday, ending a nine-year run that saw the team good enough to get to the playoffs — but not good enough to get past the first round in four of the last five seasons. “I have the utmost respect for Terry and what he has accomplished these past nine seasons,” Blazers President Neil Olshey said. “This was a difficult decision on both a personal and professional level but it’s in the best interest of the franchise to move in another direction. “Terry will always hold a special place in the Trail Blazer family and the Portland community. We relied on the integrity, professionalism and consistency he brought to the job every day and we wish he and Jan nothing but the best.” It was being... [ More] |
Fri Jun 4 2021 | 23:22 | Trail Blazers, Terry Stotts parting ways after 9 seasons |
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — No team in the NBA has a longer active streak of postseason appearances than the Portland Trail Blazers, who have gotten there in each of the last eight seasons. That wasn’t enough to save Terry Stotts, and Portland will have a new coach next season. The Trail Blazers and Stotts parted ways Friday, ending a nine-year run that saw the team good enough to get to the playoffs — but not good enough to get past the first round in four of the last five seasons. “I have the utmost respect for Terry and what he has accomplished these past nine seasons,” Blazers President Neil Olshey said. “This was a difficult decision on both a personal and professional level but it’s in the best interest of the franchise to move in another direction. “Terry will always hold a special place in the Trail Blazer family and the Portland community. We relied on the integrity, professionalism and consistency he brought to the job every day and we wish he and Jan nothing but the best.” It was being... [ More] |
Fri Jun 4 2021 | 18:32 | Blazers face uncertain offseason after playoff elimination |
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — After a second straight first-round playoff exit, it has become clear the Portland Trail Blazers need more than just the heroics of Damian Lillard. It is all but certain the Blazers will look different next season. Even Lillard fueled speculation about his own future in Portland following the elimination loss to the Denver Nuggets. He posted a photo of himself in street clothes at the Moda Center. The caption that he added quoted the late rapper and activist Nipsey Hussle. “How long should I stay dedicated?” he wrote. “How long til opportunity meet preparation?” Portland finished the regular season 42-30 and earned the sixth seed in the Western Conference. It was the team's eighth straight trip to the playoffs, the longest active streak in the league. Portland was riding momentum, having won 10 of its final 12 regular-season games. The Blazers were also healthy, with both big man Jusuf Nurkic and guard CJ McCollum back from extended absences because of injuries. But... [ More] |
Thu May 20 2021 | 17:30 | Anthony prepares to face Denver in playoffs for first time |
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Carmelo Anthony has been around the NBA for quite some time but he’s never faced the team that launched his career in the playoffs. Until now. Anthony’s current team, the Portland Trail Blazers, faces the Denver Nuggets in a first-round best-of-seven series starting Saturday. Anthony said he hadn't realized that he'd never faced the Nuggets in the postseason. But so much has changed since he wore a Denver jersey. “It’s a lot different now. My mindset is different. My goals are different. We’re going in there trying to win,” he said. "So, it’s a different type of mentality, but deep down inside I know that Denver will always hold a special place for me.” A 10-time All-Star, Anthony is ready for another chance at an NBA title, something that has so far eluded him in his 18-year career and 12 trips to the postseason. Last season, Portland was eliminated in five games by the Los Angeles Lakers. “This is where I should be. I should be in the postseason. That’s just me speaking... [ More] |
Tue May 4 2021 | 11:21 | Welcome to Top 10, Melo: Elite NBA scoring list adds Anthony |
ATLANTA (AP) — Carmelo Anthony looked like he was all done just a couple of seasons ago. Now, he's part of a truly exclusive club in the NBA. Welcome to the Top 10, Melo. Anthony scored 14 points Monday night in Portland's 123-114 loss to the Atlanta Hawks, moving him past Elvin Hayes for 10th place on the career scoring list with 27,318. “If you’re in the top 10 of anything of all time, it’s a special moment,” said Anthony, who is in his 18th NBA season and turns 37 before the month is out. Anthony cruised past Hayes early in the second quarter, hitting a 3-pointer while getting fouled by Danilo Gallinari and knocking down the free throw to complete a 4-point play. Anthony was fully aware of how many points he needed to surpass Hayes. “I knew this moment,” he said. “I didn’t know those other moments — 15, 13, 11. But 10 is something I knew." It appeared Anthony was headed for a forced retirement after he played just 10 games during the 2018-19 season. He parted ways with Houston, was waived... [ More] |
Tue May 4 2021 | 03:12 | Welcome to Top 10, Melo: Anthony joins elite scoring list |
ATLANTA (AP) — Carmelo Anthony looked like he was all done just a couple of seasons ago. Now, he's part of a truly exclusive club in the NBA. Welcome to the Top 10, Melo. Anthony scored 14 points Monday night in Portland's 123-114 loss to the Atlanta Hawks, moving him past Elvin Hayes for 10th place on the career scoring list with 27,318. “If you’re in the top 10 of anything of all time, it’s a special moment,” said Anthony, who's in his 18th NBA season and turns 37 before the month is out. Anthony cruised past Hayes early in the second quarter, hitting a 3-pointer while getting fouled by Danilo Gallinari and knocking down the free throw to complete a four-point play. Anthony was fully aware of how many points he needed to surpass Hayes. “I knew this moment,” he said. “I didn’t know those other moments — 15, 13, 11. But 10 is something I knew." It appeared Anthony was headed for a forced retirement after he played just 10 games during the 2018-19 season. He parted ways with Houston, was... [ More] |
Mon Sep 28 2020 | 17:46 | Comeback crew: Nuggets leave bubble with newfound respect |
DENVER (AP) — With bags on his back, Nikola Jokic playfully swerved his way through the crowd of family and friends gathered at the airport terminal. The Denver Nuggets finally returned home after their longer-than-many-anticipated stay inside the NBA bubble. Arriving with them, a new reputation — the comeback crew. The Nuggets overcame a pair of 3-1 series deficits in advancing to the Western Conference finals for the first time since 2009. Their extended stay at Disney in Florida ended when LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers sent them packing after Game 5. Still, they accomplished something historical in becoming only the third team in the U.S. major pro sports to rally from a pair of 3-1 deficits in the same playoffs. They joined the 1985 Kansas City Royals and 2003 Minnesota Wild. “People around this country, around the world, who were watching the playoffs, this group of guys, you would be hard-pressed to find a better story coming out of this bubble,” Nuggets coach Michael Malone... [ More] |