NBA: Rockets shift ‘full attention’ to acquiring Carmelo Anthony—report
Carmelo Anthony #7 of the New York Knicks (right). Elsa/Getty Images/AFP
The Houston Rockets pulled off one of the biggest blockbuster deals this off-season, snagging away Chris Paul from the Los Angeles Clippers.
READ: NBA: Paul goes from Clippers to Rockets in blockbuster deal
Now, it appears that the team is gunning for another superstar to add to its star-studded core.
According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski and Brian Windhorst, Houston is giving its “full attention” on acquiring the disgruntled New York Knicks forward to pair with their new superstar back court of Paul and James Harden.
Since mid-way from last season, Anthony has been at the center of trade talks, but has been difficult to move due to the no-trade provision he has on his contract, allowing him to reject any deal involving him.
The 33-year-old forward, however, was reportedly open to waiving that clause for a chance to move to a contender.
READ: NBA: Carmelo Anthony open to waiving no-trade clause for Rockets, Cavs—report
The Rockets are currently working on a potential trade package involving stretch forward Ryan Anderson, the report said.
Despite several off court issues, Anthony remains one the the best individual scorers in the league. He averaged 22.4 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 2.9 assists for the Knicks last year. Khristian Ibarrola /ra
