Carmelo Anthony: 'I am looking forward to continue my career in Orange and Blue'

Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony announced via his website on Sunday his decision to remain with the Knicks and "continue my career in Orange and Blue."

Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony announced via his website on Sunday his decision to remain with the Knicks and "continue my career in Orange and Blue."

closing in on a five-year $120+ million deal

"In the end, I am a New York Knick at heart. I am looking forward to continue my career in Orange & Blue and to work with Phil Jackson, a champion who builds championship teams. Madison Square Garden is the mecca of basketball and I am surrounded by the greatest fans in the world."

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