It is officially a wrap for Carmelo Anthony‘s time in Oklahoma City. He lasted all but a season next to Russell Westbrook and Paul George, who did not meet expectations in comparison to what people claimed they could do last season. The experiment ended with a trade, buyout and a new home in Houston with the Rockets.
Days after signing his veteran minimum in H-Town, ‘Melo pens a goodbye letter to OKC and says thank you to teammates, the fans and organization for his time there.
Interestingly, he says that he wanted to make it work there and apologized for how it ended.
Thank You, OKC
I know it was only one season, but from the time I arrived in OKC, I was greeted with so much love from The Team, The Organization, and of course the INCREDIBLE fans of this amazing city. Throughout the entire season, game after game, you cheered me on and rooted for us as a team. That is something I will always cherish and never forget. That genuine support kept me going all season long.
IN LIFE, I’ve learned that things don’t always turn out how you want. I wanted nothing more than to make it work here & help bring this city a championship. I’m sorry it didn’t work out while I was here.
Thank you to Russ, PG, Sam Presti, Coach Billy Donovan, my trainers and the entire staff who work so hard and diligently at Chesapeake Energy Arena and the practice facility. I appreciate you all very much. Last but not least, Thank You to (Thunder part-owner and chairman) Mr. (Clay) Bennett for believing in me.
This chapter of my career may be coming to an end but my story is far from over.
Love Always.
STAYME7o
The big question heading into next season is whether or not Anthony will be coming off the bench with the Rockets, considering he refused to do so with the Thunder last season.
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