Former Syracuse star Carmelo Anthony opts in for $27.9 million
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Despite career-lows in year one with the Thunder, Melo is back for another round (because that’s a lot of money).
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Rockets news: Houston expected to bring Carmelo Anthony off the bench
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Syracuse basketball players' career NBA earnings
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Melo to donate millions to 'Cuse – The Denver Post
In surprise to nobody, Carmelo Anthony reportedly will not opt out of $27.9 million - NBC Sports
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Best Landing Spots for Carmelo Anthony After OKC Thunder Buyout, News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
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Best Landing Spots for Carmelo Anthony After OKC Thunder Buyout, News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
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Syracuse basketball players' career NBA earnings
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Who's More Valuable Now, Carmelo Anthony or D-Wade?, News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
Why don't the Lakers offer Carmelo Anthony a veteran's minimum contract? - Quora
Why don't the Lakers offer Carmelo Anthony a veteran's minimum contract? - Quora
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Are Carmelo Anthony's days numbered in Oklahoma City? - Troy Nunes Is An Absolute Magician
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Former Syracuse star Carmelo Anthony opts in for $27.9 million - Troy Nunes Is An Absolute Magician