Report: Carmelo Anthony’s Camp Attempting to Engage Knicks in Buyout Talks

According to ESPN’s Marc Stein, Carmelo Anthony’s camp is attempting to engage in buyout talks with the New York Knicks.

League sources: Carmelo Anthony's camp, while acknowledging Melo's preference to stay in NYC, has tried to engage the Knicks in buyout talks

— Marc Stein (@TheSteinLine) June 27, 2017

But league sources say that the Knicks have thus far resisted the idea of a Melo buyout that would clear the way for him to join the Cavs

— Marc Stein (@TheSteinLine) June 27, 2017

Stein and others have reported Anthony would likely sign with the Cavs if he receives a buyout, but as of now, it appears we’re a long way away from that happening.

We’ll keep you posted on the Melo-Drama in NYC, while the Cavs also continue to pursue a trade for Paul George.