Carmelo Anthony. Speed Racer...

by Andrew Feinstein on May 6, 2008 10:43 PM MDT

I get caught speeding at least once every two years. It sucks. And every time I get caught, I make sure I drive within five miles of the speed limit for the next six months to ensure I don't get caught again and thus risk having my insurance go up dramatically, have extra points taken off my license, be forced into attending traffic school (again) and so on. Therefore, I assume that if I ever got caught on suspicion of driving under the influence, I'd be even more cautious about my driving habits for the next few months. If not for the next few years altogether.

Well, if you're Carmelo Anthony, apparently this isn't the case. According to the Rocky Mountain News, Melo got caught speeding at 4:45 pm on Saturday afternoon (at least it wasn't 4:45 AM).

Why is it that Melo drives aggressively anywhere but on an NBA Playoff basketball court?

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Mello, To get around town,it's time for a Moped or a Donkey.
Options are extra.

by markp on May 6, 2008 11:17 PM MDT reply actions

Ha, nice finishing touch. Some people just don't get it (Melo). Hey how about them Hornets!

by GoldenNugget on May 6, 2008 11:37 PM MDT reply actions

eh not much to this i don't think. 15 miles over the limit is hardly something to get fussy about. but it is bad timing. one month after the dui incident. if he doesn't prove himself this year in denver. he better start packing his bags

by andrew fisher on May 7, 2008 12:06 AM MDT reply actions

Melo-

Its time for you to decide. Become a player or a playa you cant be both. Ask Dennis Rodman.

by Anonymous on May 7, 2008 1:19 AM MDT reply actions

Let him drive as fast as he could,so that he can get out of the town!

by joanna on May 7, 2008 3:10 AM MDT reply actions

I swear some players just don't get it, and unfortunately, Carmelo Anthony is turning out to be one of those players. But, it was just speeding, and at least he wasn't under the influence this time. Isn't his court hearing in a week or so? I think Anthony needs to stay away from all cars / roads / drinks until after his hearing.

by nataly on May 7, 2008 4:51 AM MDT reply actions

I REFUSE to be upset or judgmental about SPEEDING. I speed everyday. Just because Melo is famous he has to put of with people giving him grief over SPEEDING.

by John on May 7, 2008 7:13 AM MDT reply actions

This is not news...LET IT GO!

by Anonymous on May 7, 2008 7:58 AM MDT reply actions

It may not be news, but it's something to poke fun at. And of course, the timing of it all.

by markp on May 7, 2008 9:50 AM MDT reply actions

I'll never fault Melo for speeding since I speed everywhere. However I can fault his judgment for where he got caught. That stretch on Santa Fe between Evans and Hampden is a notorious speed trap area. He should have known the roads better than that.

by Shane on May 7, 2008 10:00 AM MDT reply actions

"Why is it that Melo drives aggressively anywhere but on an NBA Playoff basketball court?"

LOL! Beautiful, could not have said it better myself. :)

by grantarchy on May 7, 2008 10:58 AM MDT reply actions

Simply put, this is hilarious yet disappointing and unbelievable at the same time.

by ohxten on May 7, 2008 1:58 PM MDT reply actions

I enjoy reading this blog because it doesn't include stuff like this. Andrew, you're better than this. By the way, I saw your pic on my wife's US weekly. nice placement.

by Paterade on May 7, 2008 10:28 PM MDT reply actions

It's only 'not news' for people with their heads in the sand.
Melo's speeding headlong into disaster - a la Michael Vick style.

by With Malice on May 8, 2008 6:16 AM MDT reply actions

BRING MELO HOME TO THE EAST COAST! Either that, or get another coach. The Nuggets are trying to favor the coach, in a "player's league"! There are numerous examples of troubled stars who when traded elsewhere, ended up thriving! The most prominent being Charles Barkley, who won MVP & got to the Finals after going to Phoenix. He was constantly in trouble in Philly, & the Sixers decided to stick with the coach. It took years for them to recover! Unless you're Phil Jackson, Popovich, or a major name, the team should always fire the coach, & keep the stars! Why are your Nuggets doing the reverse!?

by Anonymous on May 8, 2008 10:05 AM MDT reply actions

This isn't news because Melo was speeding, but rather news because he is continuing to prove to everyone he is a retard.

by Marmatard on May 8, 2008 12:12 PM MDT reply actions

Somebody tell Melo there is car service. I know he can afford it.

Maybe he saw that I included him on my Bonehead Watch article for ebonyjet.com. Seems I was a week early.

But here's the link anyway, DenverStiffs.

http://ebonyjet.com/politics/national/index.aspx?id=7371

by DeAngelo Starnes on May 8, 2008 7:03 PM MDT reply actions

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STIFF LIST (as of 2/7 by Andrew Feinstein)

1. THE NUGGETS AT HOME
How is it possible that a Nuggets team with this much talent can be 7-5 at home?! Things have gotten so bad that fans are clamoring for J.R. Smith to return.

2. CARMELO ANTHONY
Kobe Bryant plays through any and all ailments. Melo uses any and ailments as an excuse not to play.

3. KEVIN LOVE
Just when the T'Wolves are looking better, Love stomps on Luis Scola and lands himself a two-game suspension.

4. CHARLOTTE BOBCATS
The 'Cats have lost 11 straight and are now 3-21 ... in the Eastern Conference! This is what happens when you let an underwear salesman with a Hitler mustache run your team.

5. MIKE BROWN
Dr. Bunsen Honeydew (Google it!) got himself a one-game suspension for making contact with a referee.

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