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Many big names switched jerseys this summer and left their former teams in disarray. Players like LeBron James, Chris Bosh, Amare Stoudemire, and Carlos Boozer all decided to have a change in scenery; you might as well add Carmelo Anthony to that list. Reports say that the Nuggets are willing to listen to trade offers for their all-star. In the past, the Nuggets did not want to negotiate any deal involving Anthony, but their resistance is fading away. Don’t be shocked to see Carmelo Anthony out of Denver before the season starts.
The Denver Nuggets are ready to listen to trade offers involving Carmelo Anthony: ESPN.com
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