Royce Young ESPN Staff Writer
Carmelo Anthony will wear No. 7 for the Thunder. His jersey will not include a hoodie, though.
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2018 Schedule
47-35, 2nd in Northwest
Westbrook to manage crunch-time decisions (1:41)
Melo trade puts OKC in superteam conversation (1:44)
Thunder have 'two-step plan' for long term future (0:41)
Can Thunder trio learn to share?
There's only one ball to go around, but OKC has another big mouth to feed after trading for Carmelo Anthony. The Thunder now have three of the league's top nine isolation scorers from the 2016-17 season.
Does OKC lead the NBA in star power?
Measuring by All-Star appearances alone, no other NBA team has a more decorated trio of players than the Thunder after their trade for 10-time All-Star Carmelo Anthony.
Vote: Who got the better end of Carmelo Anthony trade?
Who won the trade between the Knicks and Thunder? Where does the addition of Carmelo Anthony put the Thunder in the Western Conference? Vote now!
Enes Kanter's parting message to Thunder: 'Please beat the Warriors for me'
Shortly after learning he was being traded from Oklahoma City to the New York Knicks, Enes Kanter posted a video thanking the Thunder organization and imploring the team to beat the Warriors.
Moving on from KD, Thunder storm ahead with Melo
Losing Kevin Durant wasn't the end of the world for OKC, which has revamped the team with Paul George and now Carmelo Anthony.
Royce Young ESPN Staff Writer
Enes Kanter released a video statement, in which he thanked Sam Presti, teammates, trainers, fans, and many more. He said, "No hard feelings. I understand it's a business. I'm not mad or anything." And also: "Please beat the Warriors for me. Please. I'm going to be watching that game."
NBA players, others applaud Thunder for reported Carmelo Anthony trade
Those reacting on Twitter gave the Thunder high marks for making a deal to acquire Carmelo Anthony.
Trade grades: Did Knicks or Thunder win Melo deal?
The Thunder load up to challenge the Warriors, and the Knicks fully start their rebuild. Kevin Pelton grades the trade.
Carmelo joins Westbrook, George in OKC (0:30)
Melo escapes New York, leaving behind a complicated legacy
Now that it's over, how do you unpack Carmelo Anthony's time with the Knicks?
ESPN Stats and Information
Carmelo Anthony and Paul George could help shoulder some of the load when Russell Westbrook needs a breather this season.
ESPN Stats and Information
With the addition of Carmelo Anthony, the Thunder would have three of the top nine isolation scorers from last season.
Royce Young ESPN Staff Writer
Enes Kanter is currently hosting his basketball camp in Oklahoma City. On Periscope, he said, "It's a crazy camp day today," but didn't comment specifically on the trade.
ESPN Stats and Information
Thunder's first game this season is against the Knicks in Oklahoma City on October 19.
ESPN Stats and Information
Sam Presti has turned Victor Oladipo, Domantas Sabonis, Enes Kanter, Doug McDermott and a 2nd-round pick into Paul George and Carmelo Anthony this offseason.
Bobby Marks ESPN
OKC could have a payroll next year of $157M and a whopping $143M tax bill. The salary and tax factor in OKC bringing back all three players.
Royce Young ESPN Staff Writer
OKC's luxury tax bill will hit close to $30 million. Clay Bennett is stepping up with the checkbook big time here.
Bobby Marks ESPN
The Carmelo Anthony trade kicker was worth $8.1M. The trade would not have worked without waiving the bonus.
Bobby Marks ESPN
Carmelo Anthony will now sign a letter of authorization granting permission to be traded to OKC. Letter will be part of the trade call.
2017 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(21) | Terrance Ferguson | SG |
2016-17 Northwest Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah | 51 | 31 | .622 | - | W2 |
| Oklahoma City | 47 | 35 | .573 | 4 | L1 |
| Portland | 41 | 41 | .500 | 10 | L1 |
| Denver | 40 | 42 | .488 | 11 | W2 |
| Minnesota | 31 | 51 | .378 | 20 | L6 |
Team Leaders 2016-17
- Offense
- Defense
Points Per Game
Assists Per Game
Field Goal Percentage
Rebounds Per Game
Steals Per Game
Blocks Per Game
Team Stats
Points Per Game106.611th
Rebounds Per Game46.61st
Assists Per Game21.025th
Points Allowed105.816th
Injuries
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-17 | 47 | 35 | .573 |
| 2015-16 | 55 | 27 | .671 |
| 2014-15 | 45 | 37 | .549 |
| 2013-14 | 59 | 23 | .720 |
| 2012-13 | 60 | 22 | .732 |
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