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NBA Trade Rumors: 10 players that could be dealt during the offseason

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NEW ORLEANS, LA - APRIL 21: CJ McCollum #3 of the Portland Trail Blazers takes a shot against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half of Game Four of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs at the Smoothie King Center on April 21, 2018 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
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Carmelo Anthony, Oklahoma City Thunder

Depending on what happens with Paul George, though there’s a growing sense that he could re-sign with the team this summer, the Oklahoma City Thunder will likely test the trade waters on Carmelo Anthony. He’s expected to opt into the final year of his contract, securing his $28 million payday.

If George returns, Anthony doesn’t really fit in. He struggled during his time with the Thunder this past season and the team overall didn’t manage to live up to expectations either. The big issue is finding a team that would take on Anthony. Even though he’s an expiring contract, there aren’t that many teams with that type of flexibility – even for one season.

Carmelo is on the backend of his hall of fame career, but still believes he’s in his prime. That’s probably the biggest issue at play here. Unless that changes, teams aren’t going to jump at the opportunity to take a flier on him.

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