NBA News Roundup, Tuesday, August 13th: Carmelo Anthony will make a return to the NBA, Steph Curry hits back at Golden State's critics and more

The 2018-19 NBA schedule has finally been announced, adding a fresh wave of excitement to a season that has the potential to be among the most memorable in recent history. Over the past six weeks, more than half of the 2019 All-Star roster has swapped teams, with Paul George and Kawhi Leonard’s move to the Los Angeles Clippers headlining a huge summer of change.

With more than five weeks remaining until the start of the season, teams also still have plenty of time to further strengthen, and there are several free agents and under contract stars that could be suiting up for a new team ahead of the new campaign. So with plenty going on around the league, here is all the latest news and rumors you need to know for August 13th.

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Mike Conley looking forward to his new journey with the Jazz

Mike Conley spent 12 years with the Memphis Grizzlies before heading to Utah

The first 48 hours of free agency were among the most chaotic in NBA history, although a huge deal was completed prior to the madness. Mike Conley was traded to the Utah Jazz after spending 12 years with the Memphis Grizzlies, a move which puts the Jazz among the favorites heading into the new season.

Up until this point, Conley had been relatively quiet about his move to Utah, although, during an interview with HoopsHype, the point guard revealed his eagerness to begin a new chapter in his career:

It’s a new beginning, a new journey, a new challenge and I love that. You don’t get blessed with opportunities like this very often. I feel like I’m in a blessed situation to be part of this organization and hopefully do something special while I’m there.

Conley will turn 32 later this year but remains one of the best point guards in the NBA. During the 18-19 season, Conley averaged 21.1 points, 6.4 assists and 3.4 rebounds per game.

Steph Curry and the Warriors want to silence their doubters

Steph Curry is confident that the Warriors can compete despite losing a number of stars

The Golden State Warriors have reached five consecutive NBA Finals, and most recently made it to the 2019 Finals despite dealing with an injury crisis.

However, the Warriors lost Kevin Durant and DeMarcus Cousins in free agency, while Andre Iguodala and Shaun Livingston were also let go after more than half a decade with the franchise.

After a summer of change, many believe that the Warriors will struggle to reach the playoffs this season, although Steph Curry is confident that his team will silence their doubters:

Anybody can say anything about anything nowadays and it can pick up steam. So we've had lots of support. We've had a lot of criticism on the way that doesn't change now. Just what they're saying is different so doesn't change how we go about our business.

The Warriors enter the 19-20 season without Klay Thompson, who is expected to be out of action until at least the All-Star Weekend. However, Steve Kerr will be able to call upon his star trio of Curry, Draymond Green, and the recently acquired D’Angelo Russell.

Richard Jefferson believes that Carmelo Anthony’s career in the NBA is not yet over

Carmelo Anthony's reputation has taken a major hit over the past 24 months

While a few notable veteran free agents remain available, Carmelo Anthony’s future continues to attract the most buzz. The former Knicks superstar has not played since being told to find a new team by the Houston Rockets back in November, and despite his lengthy absence, Anthony has stated his intention to take any role to further his career.

While the 35-year-old has yet to attract any firm interest this summer, Richard Jefferson told ESPN’S Get Up that Anthony will eventually get his opportunity to return:

I believe he will be given another opportunity. You never know the injuries that can happen or the trade deadline, playoffs. I think he will get an opportunity.

During an illustrious career, Anthony has been named as an All-Star on ten occasions but has never played in an NBA Finals.