After Carmelo Anthony's worst performance as a New York Knick on Friday night, he quickly dressed and left the arena for the team bus. The Knicks had just fallen to a terrible Detroit Pistons team 99-95, in a game they should have won so many times, but didn't. Anthony's play didn't help the cause, as he shot a woeful 2-for-12 from the field for a total of 6 points.
When Anthony was traded to the Knicks back in late February, he said he wanted to be the man and take on the "brightest lights." Obviously Anthony didn't realize that the lights are still bright when you don't play well. In fact in this city, they are even brighter.
Although Anthony later said that he wasn't upset with coach Mike D'Antoni or his teammates, he voiced his displeasure with the officials. However, he has said he wants to be a leader and "the" guy. Friday night's performance both during the game and after, proved he wasn't.
A new Melo will have to show up today against the Milwaukee Bucks and throughout the rest of the season if the Knicks want to have any chance of playoff success.
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