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Carmelo Anthony comments on Jalen Brunson's contract decision

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Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Carmelo Anthony comments on Jalen Brunson's contract decision
Summary

Carmelo Anthony discussed Jalen Brunson's choice to take less money on his contract with the Knicks. Brunson, who just helped lead the Knicks to the NBA title, opted for a pay cut to bring in more talent around him. Anthony disagreed with this strategy, suggesting players should maximize their earnings, especially considering the significant amount he believes Brunson is leaving on the table. The Knicks are positioned to defend their championship next season, retaining much of their core and addressing team needs through offseason moves.

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  • •Carmelo Anthony expressed his stance on Jalen Brunson's salary reduction.
  • •Brunson led the Knicks to their third NBA title.
  • •The Knicks finished the season with a 53-29 record.
  • •Brunson completed his fourth season with the Knicks.
  • •New York is preparing for the 2026-27 season.
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  • 6:31 AMYahoo Sports — Why Carmelo Anthony wouldn’t have accepted Jalen Brunson’s paycut with Knicks
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Knicks legend Carmelo Anthony shared why he has a different stance on Jalen Brunson taking a discount on his current contract.

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