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Knicks Show Strong Support to Retire Carmelo Anthony’s No. 7 With Final Call Up to Dolan

Internal discussions intensified after his Hall of Fame induction.

Overview

  • SNY's Ian Begley reports there remains strong support within Madison Square Garden to retire Anthony's number, with conversations continuing in recent weeks.
  • The decision ultimately rests with owner James Dolan, and the team has not announced a ceremony or timeline.
  • Anthony entered the Basketball Hall of Fame earlier this month, drawing renewed focus to his tenure in New York.
  • From 2011 to 2017 with the Knicks, Anthony was an All-Star each season, won the 2013 scoring title, and is among the franchise's 10,000-point scorers.
  • The Knicks last retired a jersey in 2003 for Patrick Ewing, and most numbers in the rafters honor players tied to championships or deep playoff runs.