Family Feud Unleashed: Carmelo Anthony’s Son Declares Clippers Star as Basketball’s GOAT, Irking Mom La La Anthony
Carmelo Anthony, after an illustrious 19-season career, announced his retirement on May 22, 2023. Despite never securing an NBA championship, Anthony left an enduring legacy with 10 NBA All-Star selections, six All-NBA selections, and a scoring title. His impact extended beyond the league, contributing to three Olympic gold medals for the US in 2008, 2012, and 2016.
In his retirement video, Anthony revealed that his true legacy lay in his son, Kiyan. He expressed, “My legacy, my son … I will forever continue through you. The time has come for you to carry this torch.” However, recent events sparked a family feud when Kiyan chose his greatest basketball player during Complex’s GOAT TALK.
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Kiyan picks Paul George as the GOAT that might upset Carmelo Anthony
When asked to name the greatest of all time, Kiyan surprised many by placing Paul George as his top pick, followed by Kobe Bryant, and then, after some hesitation, his father, Carmelo Anthony. La La Anthony, Melo’s ex-wife, and Kiyan’s mother, playfully expressed her disappointment by throwing cards at him. Kiyan defended his choice, highlighting the different levels of greatness and perhaps hinting at the lack of a championship ring in his father’s career.
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Ironically, Paul George has also not reached the NBA Finals, making the choice intriguing. Carmelo Anthony, in a 2020 interview with CBS Sports, had earlier weighed in on the GOAT debate. While affirming Michael Jordan as his personal greatest, he advocated for appreciating the greatness of multiple players simultaneously.
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Melo emphasized the ability to acknowledge Jordan’s unparalleled status as the GOAT while also recognizing the brilliance of players like LeBron James and Kobe Bryant. He questioned why people couldn’t appreciate the greatness of each player without diminishing their respective achievements. In Melo’s view, paying homage to the achievements of multiple legends enriches the basketball narrative.
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The family feud over Kiyan’s unconventional GOAT picks adds a touch of humor to the ongoing debate. While Carmelo Anthony acknowledges Jordan as his GOAT, the evolving landscape of basketball discussions allows for embracing the greatness of various players simultaneously. The GOAT debate remains a subjective and passionate topic, where personal preferences and generational perspectives contribute to diverse opinions.
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As Carmelo Anthony transitions into retirement, his legacy lives on not just through his on-court achievements but through the familial dynamics and discussions sparked by his son’s unconventional GOAT choices. The Anthony family’s playful banter adds a lighthearted touch to the enduring debate that continues to captivate basketball enthusiasts worldwide.
