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Into the Bears’ Den: Could the Memphis Grizzlies trade for Carmelo Anthony?

By Parker Fleming

Oct 29, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) shoots a free throw during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks won 111-104. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 29, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) shoots a free throw during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks won 111-104. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports /
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Blake Meyer (@buhhlockaye)

The short answer would be no, it wouldn’t work.

Although the Grizzlies could use an elite scorer like Carmelo Anthony, I don’t think Memphis has what it takes to get him. Also, at this point in his career, Anthony seems to be a lot more focused on his brand and the market that he’s in. New York is a good fit in that regard.

A small market like Memphis doesn’t have enough to offer for Melo to consider removing his no-trade clause. Also, Melo’s lack of defense wouldn’t mesh well with the Grizzlies “Grit ‘n’ Grind” style of play.

Just for fun though, Memphis does have some upside for Anthony, should he ever change his mind.

One word: Playoffs.

He hasn’t been in 4 years and, let’s be honest, the Knicks won’t be going back anytime soon. Memphis may not make the deepest playoff runs every year, but they are still a perennial playoff team.

It may be a cool thought to think Memphis is in play for Melo, but with what the Knicks would ask for in return and Melo’s lack of desire to leave the Big Apple, I just don’t think it will come to fruition.

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