Carmelo Anthony is with the NBA.
The former NBA announced Monday his retirement at age 38 after 19 seasons in the NBA.
Meanwhile, a now gives him a final contract, but with a twist.
The one who pays him $250,000 for a one-year contract to see him recreate the notorious banana boat scene. Instead of being in the boat with other NBA stars, he will be the “CBO. “
In his retirement announcement, Anthony shared a video montage of moments, writing “Thank you” on social media.
“On days when I had nothing, just a ball in the box and a dream of something else,” Anthony said. “But basketball was my way out. My purpose was strong. My communities, the peoples I have proudly represented, and the enthusiasts who have supported me along the way.
“I’m grateful to those other people and why they made me, Carmelo Anthony.
“But now it’s time to say goodbye: to the field where I made a call for myself, to the game that gave me and pride. “
“But this bittersweet farewell to the NBA, I’m excited about what the long term holds. When other people ask me what my legacy is, it’s not my feet on the court that come to mind, or the awards or accolades, because my story has been more than basketball.
He will then give the torch to his 16-year-old son, Kiyan.
Anthony fathered Kiyan along with his ex-wife, actress La La Anthony, who filed for divorce in June.
Their marriage may be over, but they remain good friends.
In 2022, La La said the marriage began to fall apart after Anthony traded from the Nuggets to the Knicks in 2011.
He is still enjoying himself through the fan base when he returned to MSG with his son for Game 2 of the Knicks’ Eastern Conference playoff series with the Heat earlier this month. With outstretched arms, thanking the enthusiasts for the affection.