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Why can't Carmelo carry the Knicks? No one can

Carmelo Anthony has been a No. 1 option his entire career, but never in a position to contend for a title.

Carmelo Anthony has been a No. 1 option his entire career, but never in a position to contend for a title.

Kevin Durant looks capable of leading Oklahoma City to the championship -- so long as Russell Westbrook is dominating at point guard, Serge Ibaka is converting the open shots that opponents are daring him to make, and Reggie Jackson is maturing as a teammate in order to lead the Thunder's athletic second unit.

Kyle Korver is shooting 49.5 percent from the field, 47.3 percent from deep and 90 percent from the line.

Kyle Korver is shooting 49.5 percent from the field, 47.3 percent from deep and 90 percent from the line.

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