Carmelo Anthony Says He Was Almost Traded To Lakers In 2011: “The Deal Was Done” originally appeared on Fadeaway World. Carmelo Anthony nearly became a Laker until the plug was pulled at the last minute.

Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers were absolutely dominant during his years with the franchise. He won five championships during his time with the team and played with a lot of great teammates. While his tenure with the Lakers was pure basketball entertainment, a situation almost occurred that would have made the team even more entertaining.

Carmelo Anthony’s plan to have Allen Iverson and Dwyane Wade present for him at his Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame induction is coming to life, according to S