During his speech, former NBA player Carmelo Anthony hints at what comes next after his emotional Hall of Fame inductionCarmelo Anthony (Image Credits: Imagn)
Former NBA player Carmelo Anthony had a remarkable 19-year career with the league, playing for several teams, most of which were the Denver Nuggets and New York Knicks. However, he recently revealed that his time with the Los Angeles Lakers was his best.

Anthony’s immense contributions to the game were recognised when he was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame twice in 2025—once as an individual player and again as a member of the 2008 U.S. Olympic team. During the Hall of Fame speech, Anthony revealed his upcoming plans.

“1800 Milenio dropped back in 2000, and I came into the league in ’03. We’ve both been perfecting our craft side by side, and in a way, we’ve grown up together. Now, with Milenio celebrating 25 years as one of the finest extra-aged luxury tequilas, it felt like the perfect partner to mark my Hall of Fame induction. I’m usually thinking about what’s next, but now I’m learning to pause, reflect, and appreciate the journey that got me here—not just the end goal,“ Anthony said (via Complex).

In addition to a partnership with 1800 Milenio, the 10-time NBA all-star recently joined NBC as an NBA analyst.

Carmelo Anthony Acknowledges The People Behind His Success

After donning the HOF jacket and stepping onto the Hall of Fame court, Carmelo Anthony shared an emotional and signature messageCarmelo Anthony (Image Credits: X/LegionHoops)
Anthony had a remarkable moment on stage during his Hall of Fame induction when his son, Kiyan, presented him with a jacket and ring. In his speech, Anthony thanked those who had supported him throughout his career.

“I wouldn’t be anywhere close to where I am today without the support of so many people along the way. My family, friends, coaches, and every teammate I’ve had have all played a huge role, and I’m truly grateful,” Anthony said (via Complex).

Throughout his career, Anthony achieved several stellar milestones, including the NBA scoring champion award and earning 10 NBA All-Star selections.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.


From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.