Carmelo Anthony: 'I Don't Have To Lead NBA In Scoring'

Carmelo Anthony: ‘I Don’t Have To Lead The League In Scoring’

Oct 14, 2014; Syracuse, NY, USA; New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) posts up against Philadelphia 76ers forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute (12) during the third quarter of a pre-season game against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Carrier Dome. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports /

New York Knicks star Carmelo Anthony expects to take fewer shots in the triangle offense this season.

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A lot has changed for the New York Knicks, with Phil Jackson’s presence casting a shadow over the organization, Derek Fisher taking over as head coach and quite a bit of roster changes. What doesn’t change is the precense of star Carmelo Anthony, despite a long free agency. But Anthony’s play could see some changes.

According to Ian Begley of ESPN New York, Anthony alludes to being a more efficient scorer that in year’s past.

Carmelo said he may take fewer shots and score less this season as a result of the triangle. #Knicks
— Ian Begley (@IanBegley) October 18, 2014

Melo, '12-'13 scoring champ, doesn't expect to win it this year. "Especially in this system now, I don’t think I’ll be the scoring champ."
— Ian Begley (@IanBegley) October 18, 2014

Carmelo believes triangle will be "well-balanced": "That style of play ... I don't think I'll have to lead the league in scoring this year."
— Ian Begley (@IanBegley) October 18, 2014

Melo: "I think shots will be fewer, I think it will be more effective shots...But I really don't know" because NYK has only played preseason
— Ian Begley (@IanBegley) October 18, 2014

Even if he says doesn’t expect to take as many shots, I’ll believe it when I see it. The truth is, the Knicks don’t have many guys who can do anything as well as Melo shoots. They will need him to be great and to take over games if they want to compete for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

As far as winning the scoring title, Anthony actually has a good opportunity. LeBron James has already stated his desire to not have the ball in his hands as much, and Kevin Durant will miss time as he recovers from a foot injury. That leaves guys like Anthony and James Harden in position to make a run at the scoring title.

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