Carmelo Anthony Shares Random One-Word Post After Lithuania Beats Team USA

• Lithuania beat Team USA in their final game before the knockout rounds of the 2023 FIBA World Cup

• Carmelo Anthony, a Team USA legend, had a wild one-word response to the situation

• Carmelo Anthony simply wrote the name of the country, Lithuania, on X

Carmelo Anthony is one of the most legendary players in the history of Team USA, he has made a massive impact on the country's legacy in the international game. 

And USA Basketball's most decorated Olympian has his eye on how the team is doing at the FIBA World Cup. While some may have expected Anthony to provide analysis after the loss to Lithuania, he simply posted one word on social media. 

Lithuania beat Team USA with a score of 110-104 in the last game before the knockout stages of the tournament began. A lot of fans are up in arms over the result, not happy about the upset and what is perceived as a needless loss for the team. 

Certain players have also been targeted, with Jaren Jackson Jr. being flamed for his terrible performance during the game. But perhaps the aptest reaction is the one Carmelo Anthony gave, an acknowledgment of what has just happened. 

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Carmelo Anthony Said He Was Reminded Of What It's Like For Him To Be In That Position

Carmelo Anthony may be Team USA's most decorated Olympian, the highest scorer and rebounder along with being the first to win three gold medals, but he dealt with his share of disappointment. 

A young Carmelo Anthony was on the 2004 Olympics Team that lost in the semifinals and could only bring home the Bronze medal. 

When a fan asked him about whether he was going to suit up for Team USA once again, Anthony gave a surprisingly candid answer. 

He wrote, "It jus took me back quick sec when I read the news I was like damn I use to b there lmao but naw I’m smoove where I’m at."

Carmelo Anthony announced his retirement from professional basketball at the age of 39 this offseason, and it seems like the itch to put on a jersey has still not left him. 

The NBA legend is in the Top 10 when it comes to all-time leading scorers and while he must feel at times like his career ended too abruptly, it was perhaps time for him to move on. 

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Carmelo Anthony Was Very Gracious In His Retirement Message

Having played for the Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks, and other franchises in the NBA but never won a championship, Carmelo Anthony could have been salty about essentially being pushed out of the league. 

However, when Carmelo Anthony retired earlier in the offseason, his message was one that was both gracious and full of hope, showing what a classy player and person he has always been. 

"The time has come for me to say goodbye to the court that gave my name, and the game that gave me purpose. This is a bittersweet goodbye to the NBA. I am excited about what the future holds for me. 

"When people ask me what I believe my legacy is, it's not my feats on the court that come to mind, nor the praise, because my story has always been more than basketball."

Carmelo Anthony is one of the brightest basketball minds of his generation. If he so decides, he could have a huge influence on Team USA moving forward. Considering the situation of the team, it might not be the worst idea for all parties involved. 

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