Carmelo Anthony delivered an efficient and composed performance today, showing that scoring isn’t just about volume but about timing and precision. In the opening quarter, Anthony tallied 10 points, keeping the Oklahoma City Thunder afloat while the team trailed early. His steady play laid the foundation for a comeback, and once the Thunder took control, he resisted the temptation to chase personal numbers — a decision that fans tracking stats through Melbet APK could appreciate.
In a game where six Thunder players attempted more than 11 shots, Anthony stood out by taking only 12 attempts, making 9 of them. It was a clear example of veteran wisdom and self-sacrifice, especially coming from the oldest member of the Thunder’s “Big Three.” His first shot didn’t come until four minutes in, when he drew a foul on C.J. Williams, converted the layup, and hit the free throw. Just over a minute later, he drained a three-pointer off a Paul George assist. Another minute passed before Anthony hit a 21-foot jumper in isolation.
That bucket tied him with Patrick Ewing at 24,815 career points for 21st place on the NBA’s all-time scoring list. But Anthony didn’t stop there. With 3:05 left in the first quarter, he knocked down a 14-foot step-back jumper, reaching 24,817 points to claim sole possession of the 21st spot. Interestingly, while he moved up the scoring list quickly, rebounds were harder to come by. He finished the first quarter without a single board.
Returning at 7:09 in the second quarter, Anthony still hadn’t grabbed a rebound until 2:34, when he pulled down a defensive board that tied him with Josh Smith for 127th place on the NBA’s all-time rebounding list. Coming into this matchup, Anthony had amassed 24,807 points and 6,652 rebounds — both totals ranking respectably in league history. Ewing was just ahead of him in scoring, while Smith led him by a single rebound.
In the final 24 seconds of the second quarter, Anthony grabbed another defensive rebound, moving past Smith into sole possession of the 128th spot in rebounding history. For fans following milestones and historical rankings on Melbet APK, this game was a showcase of Anthony’s dual contributions — climbing in both scoring and rebounding lists in the same night. It was a reminder that even in the later stages of a career, a player’s name can still rise higher in the record books with the right mix of skill, efficiency, and patience.