Carmelo Anthony urges older players to join NBL instead of college
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 6:35 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
BasketballDuring a recent episode of the All The Smoke podcast, Carmelo Anthony and Stephen Jackson discussed options for athletes. Anthony recommended that players around 25 years old consider the NBL in Australia rather than pursuing college basketball, suggesting they could get paid while gaining experience. This statement encourages older prospects to make informed decisions about their basketball careers. The discussion highlights the ongoing debates around player development in basketball.
- •Carmelo Anthony spoke on the All The Smoke podcast.
- •He encourages 25-year-olds to consider playing in the NBL.
- •Anthony emphasizes the benefits of playing professionally over college.
- •Stephen Jackson joined Anthony in making these recommendations.
- •This discussion addresses issues surrounding player development.
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