Carmelo Anthony

Carmelo Anthony is an American former professional basketball player who is widely regarded as one of the greatest scorers in NBA history. Born on May 29, 1984, in Brooklyn, New York, and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, Anthony burst onto the national scene as a freshman at Syracuse University, where he led the Orangemen to the 2003 NCAA Championship. He was selected third overall in the 2003 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets, joining a legendary draft class alongside LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh.

During his 19-year NBA career, Anthony established himself as one of the most prolific scorers the league has ever seen. He was a ten-time NBA All-Star, six-time All-NBA selection, and the NBA scoring champion during the 2012-13 season. He played for the Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks, Oklahoma City Thunder, Houston Rockets, Portland Trail Blazers, and Los Angeles Lakers. His scoring ability, featuring a lethal combination of mid-range shooting, post moves, and three-point range, made him virtually unguardable in his prime.

Beyond the NBA, Anthony is a three-time Olympic gold medalist with Team USA, winning gold at the 2008 Beijing, 2012 London, and 2016 Rio Olympics. He holds the record for the most points scored in USA Basketball Olympic history and is considered one of the greatest international basketball players the United States has ever produced. His Olympic legacy adds a distinguished chapter to an already remarkable basketball career.

With an estimated net worth of $160 million as of 2026, Anthony’s wealth extends far beyond his basketball earnings. He earned over $260 million in NBA salary alone during his career and secured major endorsement deals with Nike’s Jordan Brand, which gave him a signature shoe line. He has also built a significant business portfolio through his investment firm Melo7 Tech Partners, his media company Creative 7, and his wine label Seventh Estate. His venture capital investments in technology startups and media ventures have diversified his wealth well beyond sports.