Team USA is heading into the World Cup this summer, and it’s also been put forth that Anthony could play for his country once again.
In fact, Anthony reportedly requested to play for Team USA this year, but it was a no-go.
According to Jerry Colangelo, Anthony’s request was denied because it was thought that he might be a distraction to the team.
Carmelo Anthony Reportedly Requested To Join Team USA and Was Declined https://t.co/LcN9hg8pjR
— SportsGossip.com (@sportsgossip) August 8, 2019
“I love Carmelo,” Colangelo said. “He made a great contribution. He was a very good international player. But for where we are and what we’re doing, that conceivably could have been a distraction. I understand why the request was made. He’s trying to reestablish himself. I think that has to be done in the [NBA].”
Now Mark Cuban is responding, and it appears he has Melo’s back.
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