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What Is Basketball Star Carmelo Anthony's Net Worth?

He has won the bronze medal with the 2004 squad and gold medals in the 2008, 2012, and 2016 Olympic teams.
UPDATED NOV 20, 2023
Carmelo Anthony | Getty Images | Ethan Miller
Carmelo Anthony | Getty Images | Ethan Miller
Name Carmelo Anthony
Net Worth $160 Million
Annual Salary $2.3 Million
Sources of Salary Basketball, Acting Producing
Gender Male
Date of birth May 29, 1984
Age 39 Years
Nationality United States of America
Profession Basketball player, Television Producer, Actor


 
 
 
 
 
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Former basketball player Carmelo Anthony, who played for the New York Knicks, has to his credit 19 seasons. He has also played in the Olympics or the US national team four times and won the bronze medal with the 2004 squad and gold medals in the 2008, 2012, and 2016 Olympics teams. He began his NBA journey in 2003 and has won many games since then. As of 2023, Carmelo Anthony's net worth is around $160 million, per Celebrity Net Worth.

Carmelo Anthony | Getty Images | Elsa
Carmelo Anthony | Getty Images | Elsa

Early life and basketball beginnings

Carmelo Anthony was born on May 29, 1984, in New York to Mary Anthony and Carmelo Iriarte. His mother died from cancer when Carmelo was only 2. He moved with his father to Baltimore. He started playing sports at an early age. He attended Syracuse University for one year and then decided to turn pro and enter the NBA. He was chosen as the third pick of the first round of the 2003 NBA draft by the Denver Nuggets. Anthony spent his initial seven seasons with the Denver Nuggets. While playing for them, he led the team to playoffs each year, winning two division titles. In 2018, he signed a one-year $2.4 million deal with the Houston Rockets. He then played for the Atlanta Hawks and Chicago Bulls during the 2019-2019 season. 

Net worth analysis and investments

He has earned over $200 million in salary throughout his career. In addition to his NBA salary, he has also earned $20 million from endorsements alone. His salary was around $26 million in 2017. He made $80 million from the New York Knicks over 5 years and an additional $33 million in 2018. 

In 2023 $160 Million
In 2022 $156 Million
In 2021 $142 Million
In 2020 $129 Million
In 2019 $116 Million
In 2018 $105 Million

Carmelo Anthony is the co-founder of a company called Melo7 Tech Patners, LLC. The company is an investment group within the early-stage digital media industry. He has other ventures including, a Clubhouse, and also owns the Puerto Rico Football Club. Apart from this, he has also tried his hand at acting. He teamed up with Nickelodeon in 2016 to develop a "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" product line. 

Carmelo paid around $12 million for a mansion in Denver that sat on nearly 6 acres of land. He listed the house for sale in 2010 for 9.5 million. He ultimately sold the house for $6.2 million for the home. He has another 5-bedroom house in New York City that he bought for $6 million. He owns another property in Colorado a 12,7000 square foot home with an indoor basketball court. 

 Don Juan Moore | Getty Images |  Don Juan Moore
Carmelo Anthony | Getty Images | Don Juan Moore

Achievements

Carmelo Anthony was the NBA scoring leader in the year 2013 and was named the NBA Minutes leader in 2014. He has bagged the title of  NBA Western Conference Player of the Month and NBA Eastern Conference Player of the Month thrice. Anthony was named NBA Western Conference Player of the Week eleven times and NBA Eastern Conference Player of the Week six times. 

Quotes

I never wanted to be second best at anything.
Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice, and most of all, love of what you are doing.
You don't want to look back and wonder what could have been.
The worst thing I can be is the same as everybody else. I hate that.
You have to believe in yourself when no one else does – that makes you a winner right there.
Once you know what failure feels like, determination chases success.
I know the game. I know basketball. I study it, and I know what I have to do on the court. That's my job.

Carmelo Anthony married MTV personality La La Vasquez in July 2010. They have a son, Kiyan Carmelo Anthony, born in March 2007. However, the couple split in 2017. He has a daughter with Mia Burks, but he barely speaks of her in public and has never posted anything about her on social media. 

In 2008, he was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. He was ticketed and released but Nuggets suspended him for two games. In 2021, Vasquez filed for divorce. 


 
 
 
 
 
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Instagram 8.2 Million Followers
Twitter 9 Million Followers

He has made charitable donations including a $1.5 million donation to the Living Classrooms Foundation in 2006 and $3 million to Syracuse University for a basketball practice facility. He has also donated $35,000 to the relief efforts after the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake. 

What are all the teams Carmelo Anthony has played for?

He has played for teams like the Nuggets, Knicks, Oklahoma City Thunder, Houston Rockets, Portland Trail Blazers, and Lakers.

When did Carmelo Anthony retire?

He officially retired from basketball in May 2023.

How many career steals does Carmelo Anthony have? 

Carmelo Anthony had 1,223 steals in his career.

How old is Carmelo Anthony?

Carmelo Anthony was born on the 29th of May,1984, he is 39 years old as of 2023.

How tall is Carmelo Anthony?

His height is around 2.03 m which is around 6 feet 8 inches.

Why was Carmelo Anthony suspended from the NBA?

He received a 15-game suspension because he punched Mardy Collins.

Does Carmelo Anthony own any businesses?

Yes, he owns many businesses including Melo7 Tech partners, Creative & and more. 

What is Carmelo Anthony's salary this year?

He earned close to US$2,641,690 in 2022.

Does Carmelo Anthony have a wife?

He is married to La la Anthony.

Who does Carmelo Anthony play for?

He is now retired, but Anthony used to play for LA Lakers.

Where is Carmelo Anthony from?

He is from Brooklyn, USA.

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