4 best landing spots for Lakers’ Carmelo Anthony in 2022 NBA Free Agency

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Coming off a highly productive year with the Los Angeles Lakers, Carmelo Anthony continued to re-invent himself in a bench role. He averaged 13.3 points and 4.2 rebounds per game while shooting 44.1% from the field and 37.5% from beyond the arc.

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He may not be the superstar talent he once was but in the right situation, Melo can still have a major impact. The 10-time All-Star could be pursued heavily during 2022 NBA free agency.

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As one of the best pure scorers the game’s ever seen, Anthony will more than likely have a fair share of suitors during the 2022 NBA offseason.

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This is especially true considering he was one of the few bright spots for the Lakers during their disastrous 2021-22 campaign. Without further ado, let’s discuss the four best landing spots for Anthony in NBA free agency.

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Given how well he did in a reserve role with the Lakers this past season, it would only make sense for Anthony to return to the LakeShow for another run. He has accepted his role coming off the bench while providing a much-needed scoring punch to their second unit.

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3. Dallas Mavericks

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For Melo, joining a team with an exciting future seems more enjoyable than staying with the Lakers. Plus, the Mavericks could even have him close out games and give Luka Doncic another weapon to work with in crunch time. This move would also reunite Anthony with Jason Kidd, who was once his teammate on the New York Knicks.

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After a disappointing end to their season, the Milwaukee Bucks are looking to retool and bounce back in 2023 with their sights set on a championship. Bringing in a seasoned vet like Anthony would give them a deeper rotation to work with. His scoring and rebounding abilities would be huge assets to them, just as they were for the Lakers.

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Looking to make their way back to the NBA postseason in 2023, the LA Clippers could be another ideal landing spot for Anthony. His shooting touch and active hands would give the Clippers another proven playoff performer on the roster. It would also pair Anthony back with former Oklahoma City Thunder teammate Paul George and one-up the Lakers.

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