5 Harsh Realities About Carmelo Anthony

#3 He has failed to change his game to suit the post-modern NBA

Indiana Pacers v New York Knicks - Game Two

Over the last 4 seasons, the primary reason why the Golden State Warriors have attained historic levels of basketball excellence is because of their offensive identity, even if they are a spectacular defensive team as well. Coach Steve Kerr prioritizes the running of an offense that affords touches to everyone several times in one possession, in order to find the most effective path to a basket.

This is an approach more and more teams have begun adapting with a great deal of success, and it requires players to buy into the Spurs' philosophy of 'Good to Great' - passing up a good play in order to facilitate a better opportunity.

Anthony is, and always has been, a ball-stopping player. Once he gets the ball in the mid-range, the defenses in front of him can adjust easily because he always tries to look for his own shot instead of trying to fashion the best possible offensive move. His refusal to be a willing passer and tendency to iso too much has not stood him in good stead, even as other players from the time have adjusted to playing that way.