Carmelo Anthony in Spain, Day 1

When he agreed to host this week’s World of Basket Camp in Spain, Melo knew exactly what he was doing. Not only is he getting the opportunity to train 700 aspiring hoopers, he’s taking a first-class tour of one of Europe’s most charming cultures. We asked Chet Fiedler to keep the SLAM posted on Carmelo’s hereabouts during his five days in Spain. Chet kindly obliged and is sending daily essays and photos from across the pond. The images are a “can’t-miss.” So hit the button below before reading on!–Ed. by Chet Fiedler After a full day of travel from the states, Melo landed in Malaga, Spain at 10 a.m. local time, 2 a.m. Denver time. Being his first trip to the country, he was ready to get into some local life and culture. Malaga, unlike the metropolitan Barcelona to the east, is known as a “chilled out” port town, and perhaps most notably as the birthplace of Picasso. Although, he came to participate as host of the Bancaja World of Bask...