NBA Hall of Famer Allen Iverson drafts an emotional message for former teammate Carmelo Anthony
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Allen and Anthony spent three seasons together as part of the Denver Nuggets. The induction ceremony has been scheduled for September 6, 2025. It will be held in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Carmelo Anthony selects former teammate Allen Iverson and best friend Dwyane Wade as presenters for Hall of Fame induction ceremony
Each year, players selected to be inducted into the Hall of Fame are asked to choose their presenters. These presenters are previously inducted members. This year, Carmelo Anthony won hearts by selecting two of the most beloved fan-favorites. One of them is Allen Iverson, a former teammate from the Denver Nuggets and Anthony's best friend from the league, Dwyane Wade. Reacting to the honor bestowed upon Iverson, the Hall of Famer took to
and expressed his feelings at the moment.
Allen posted a series of pictures from their days together with the Nuggets. The pictures show both players celebrating after a point, strategizing their game, posing for the camera, preparing for the camp, and even having fun times outside the court with their little pranks on each other. While remembering their old days, Allen wrote, 'Congratulations Bro! I'm HONORED and blessed to be chosen to welcome you into the Hall of Fame! @carmeloanthony #HOF'
Anthony and Allen were regarded as the best duo during their time together with the Nuggets.
Carmelo Anthony to start as studio analyst for NBC Sports and Peacock's NBA coverage
Seems like Carmelo Anthony has everything figured out. Right after his induction into the Hall of Fame on September 6, the NBA legend will be kickstarting his new career as a studio analyst. Anthony will be sharing his opinion regarding the sport on NBC Sports and Peacock's NBA coverage. He is expected to make an appearance once or more per week throughout the 2025-26 coverage. Anthony made the revelation at an interview with Ahmed Fareed at Churchill Downs during NBC Sports' Kentucky Derby coverage.
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After a remarkable 19-season run in the NBA, Anthony is now all set to leave a mark as a studio analyst for the game. He has been part of the Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks, Oklahoma City Thunder, Houston Rockets, Portland Trail Blazers and Los Angeles Lakers.
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