Dec 18, 2019; Portland, OR, USA: Portland Trail Blazers forward Carmelo Anthony (00) hugs the ball before a game against the Golden State Warriors at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-Imagn Images Steve Dykes-Imagn Images

Denver Nuggets Legend Allen Iverson Sends Heartfelt Message To Carmelo Anthony

Originally posted on Fastbreak on SI | By Ben Stinar | Last updated Aug 8, 2025 8:54 PM ET

Carmelo Anthony and Allen Iverson were once among the best duos in the NBA when they spent part of three seasons together on the Denver Nuggets.

Anthony last played in the league during the 2022 season, and he is on the verge of being inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame.

Via Bleacher Report : "Carmelo picked Hall of Famers Allen Iverson and Dwyane Wade as his presenters for the induction ceremony on Sept. 6

Love to see it ❤️"

Carmelo picked Hall of Famers Allen Iverson and Dwyane Wade as his presenters for the induction ceremony on Sept. 6

Love to see it ❤️ pic.twitter.com/srDHTPx9b0
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) August 7, 2025

On Friday, Iverson made a heartfelt post to Instagram for Anthony that had over 27,000 likes in two hours.

Iverson wrote: "Congratulations Bro! I'm HONORED and blessed to be chosen to welcome you into the Hall of Fame!@carmeloanthony #HOF"

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In addition to the Nuggets, the ten-time NBA All-Star also spent time with the New York Knicks, Oklahoma City Thunder, Houston Rockets, Portland Trail Blazers and Los Angeles Lakers over 19 seasons.

As for Iverson, he is one of the best guards in NBA history.

In addition to Denver, the 2001 MVP also spent time with the Memphis Grizzlies, Detroit Pistons and Philadelphia 76ers over 14 years.

This article first appeared on Fastbreak on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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