The Non-Sarcastic, Carmelo is the Savior of this Franchise Open Letter
by NugNugz on Aug 26, 2010 7:59 AM MDT
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After one of the main writers of this blog wrote a sarcastic plea for Carmelo to stay, which was later linked by Carmelo on his Twitter account, it's time to set things straight between Nuggets fandom and Carmelo Anthony.
Carmelo,
For a few weeks now you've had an attractive 3 year, 65 million dollar contract on the table. In that time you have been wisely mulling over the contract. I certainly don't blame you. 65 million dollars is a lot of money (more than I'll ever see), but do you want to be remembered as another guy that made a lot of money in the NBA or a player that played a huge role winning multiple championships (while making a lot of money in the L)? In other words, all you want is to see a commitment from the Nuggets owners and front office that they're going to build a winner. Nuggets fans want the exact same thing.
For two years we have all been stating the obvious: we need another big man. Everyone seems to know it except the front office. Meanwhile, the same front office has shown no inclination towards spending some money to put the Nuggets over the top. Just two seasons ago the Nuggets almost made it to the finals. By adding one significant piece, that achievement can be reached. However, while you are waiting for the front office to make that commitment, and while we are waiting for you to sign that contract, I'd like for you to consider the following:
The Nuggets were a dismal team before you came along. The years before you came were so bad (including a 17 win season that got us you with the third pick) that I stopped watching the NBA entirely. When you were selected by the Nuggets, I immediately tuned back into basketball because I realized that we finally had a player that was going to bring us to prominence. You have not disappointed. At the time there was no one I would've rather had: not Lebron, not Darko (thank god the Pistons drafted him), not Bosh, not Wade. 7 years later and I still say the same thing, and I know many Nuggets fans agree. You are Nuggets basketball: you're slept on, vilified without real reason, often disrespected by the L and gritty instead of flashy.
In those 7 years (and 7 straight playoff appearances, one of the longest streaks in the NBA (and something that Bosh, Wade and James didn't do), Nuggets fans have watched you grow into the man you are and become the face and leader of the franchise. You score easier than anyone else in the NBA (and imagine if the refs actually showed you love and blew the whistle as often as they should be), you rebound when we need you to, and have shown the ability to be a solid player-maker and a lockdown defender (I saw you on Kobe in the WCF and against LeBron last regular season). Let's not forget that there's no one in the NBA I would rather have shooting the last shot in the game. You have been a model to the community as a person that is a man, not some type of unattainable model, but a man. Mistakes have happened along the way (who can't say the same about their own lives?), but many of us have supported you every step of the way, even when it seemed like we weren't. You owe us nothing of course, but all we're asking is that once you get the commitment from the front office, you re-up with us. The Nuggets have some good young pieces (Ty, Afflalo) to grow with you, and the team's about to have a ton of cap space after this season. We can all get what we want: you can win championships while in Denver.
In the end, you have to do what is best for you and your family (congrats to you and LaLa by the way; there are Nuggets fans that are happy for both you and her),but know that there are Nuggets fans that recognize that you saved this franchise and if you leave we will likely return to mediocrity. Finally, know that there are Nuggets fans that will support you no matter what, but would rather have you in a Nuggets jersey while they do it.
Sincerely,
Nuggets fans
Write respectfully of your SB Nation community and yourself.
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Nice job NugNugz.
I have been a fan of the Nuggets since I moved to Colorado in 2002 (and remain a fan even after leaving :( in 2007). Carmelo Anthony has never been my favorite player on the team. It has always been one of the middle bench guys. I have a Francisco Elson jersey, I loved watching Kleiza and Stevie B. play, I love Ty Lawson, etc.
However, that being said, it is impossible to argue against anything you said above. I think Kiki (love him or hate him), and the previous 3-headed monster have done great jobs and I am sure that if we didn’t have Carmelo, we’d still have made it to the playoffs a couple times these past 7 years, but the Nuggets would not be relevant like they are now without our superstar.
‘Melo, please don’t go…
francisco elson jerseys exist?
by calvin brodus on Aug 26, 2010 3:48 PM MDT via mobile up reply actions
Yeah,
haha. You can order any player your want at the NBA.com store.
by NugsRoxHusker on Aug 30, 2010 6:42 AM MDT up reply actions
Melo,
I’ve been a Nuggets fan since 1985 when my dad first took me to a game at Big Mac. I’ve seen a lot of players get traded, released, sign as free agents to play else where, etc. In that time I’ve bought t-shirts, jerseys, socks, shorts, whatever. What they all have in common is that they all say “Nuggets” on the front. I cheer for the name on the front of the jersey not the name on the back and Nuggets basketball will go on. It’d just be a lot better with you. So whether you go or stay it’s gotta be the best decision for you and your family. Please, just realize what you could be giving up, and I don’t mean the money.
by Melo'sPersonofSeattle on Aug 26, 2010 9:30 AM MDT reply actions
Excellent post NugNugz
I was thisclose to writing a similar letter. In fact, I started drafting one. But you have summed it up far better than I could have and I appreciate you doing this.
Good job!!!
Dear Rockies - Please finish ahead of the hated Giants
Brad Hawpe - Thanks Brad, you were a class act. I'm going to miss you most of all. ( Please don't kill us wherever you play)
"You can learn a lot just by watching"-Yogi Berra
QPU #4, YHEG #4, Proud Member PR Gynocracy
Thanks for writing this...
Andrew’s letter made me sick. After all he has written about Carmelo, it could be considered nothing but sarcasm. I hope Melo sees this one.
You can take the man out of Colorado, but you can't take Colorado out of the man.
by manbearpig5000000 on Aug 26, 2010 10:22 AM MDT reply actions
Maybe we should all gather with some local celebs and sing an 80’s remake to Melo!
by soloking on Aug 26, 2010 11:04 AM MDT via mobile reply actions
It's clear from reading this
that you hate Melo and want the nuggets to trade him.
Formerly KS and CS
by ThrowItDownBigManThrowItDown on Aug 26, 2010 12:56 PM MDT reply actions
This would be funny if one word of this were sarcastic
Dear Rockies - Please finish ahead of the hated Giants
Brad Hawpe - Thanks Brad, you were a class act. I'm going to miss you most of all. ( Please don't kill us wherever you play)
"You can learn a lot just by watching"-Yogi Berra
QPU #4, YHEG #4, Proud Member PR Gynocracy
we're using !!!! today, not +++
Formerly KS and CS
by ThrowItDownBigManThrowItDown on Aug 26, 2010 2:03 PM MDT up reply actions
Nice honest write-up
Hopefully this will also get linked to Melo’s twitter page.
FIGJAM Bitches!
Via con Dios Brody
Q.P.U. # π
++1++
I almost posted this letter to Melo after Andrew’s letter. After reading your Letter, NugNugz, I am encouraged:
Dear Melo,
I just want you to know that no matter what happens, I am really
psyched to watch you play this year. Please do not to let this media
circus get to the Nuggets (you and your teammates). I know you guys can
rise up again this year. When the Nuggets caught fire at the end of
08-09, I know it took a lot of people by surprise, but I want you to
know that so many of us out here were NOT surprised. We knew it was
there. We knew you could do it.
Last year we came out looking even stronger, especially against the
best. But health issues set you back, and the team lost fire towards
the end, and the season ended in disappointment.
I know you guys are close to a championship. Much, much closer than the
record has shown. All I ask is that you believe in this season, and do
what you can to bring that fire back to the team. I know it’s still
there. That fire is what playing sports is all about.
I was born in NY and grew up rooting for the Knicks and the Orange(back
in the Sherman Douglas, Rony Seikaly days). I was living in Boulder
when I listened to the 2003 NCAA championship game on the radio from my
basement. When we drafted you, I started watching basketball again.
Watching you play here in Denver these past seven years has made me a
diehard, catch-every-game, Denver Nuggets fan!
I’ve seen big-time players before. Growing up in New York, big-time people
are an everyday occurence. I want you to know that what you’ve done for
basketball here in Denver is really special, more special than anything big-market cities can embellish, and I feel blessed that I
have been able to witness it first-hand. You’ve made Denver Nuggets
fans of people all over the world. I believe that you can even take
Denver to the next level. What you bring to Denver means so much.
I know you’ve got an important decision to make. You only have one
career. Not everybody has the same opportunities as you do. I sincerely
hope you make your dreams come true, because you have the talent. I’m a
Carmelo Anthony fan, and always will be.
Please bring the fire to Denver this season, for you and for your
teammates. Teach those kids how it’s done. You’re all in it together,
and this team was built with you as its superstar. I hope you continue
to make Denver a force to be reckoned with, and bring home our first
championship. I know you can do it.
P.S. You don’t get as many foul calls as you should, but don’t waste mojo complaining to
the refs. That’s mojo better spent elsewhere! Otherwise, you’re a beast and a gamer!
Peace, Melo!
A Denver Nuggets fan since 2003
I know the PS was not flattering
but as a fan how can I resist the opportunity to give Melo that input?
I'm glad you shared this
My voice does not have to be the only one, but I did want to write a letter that I felt better expressed the sentiments of this board. With that said, I personally love reading other people’s letters to know that Carmelo has not only made a difference to me, but other people. I hope other people will share their feelings/letters as well and hopefully they’ll make a decision.
I didn’t want to include this in my letter because I didn’t want to get too personal, but I will share it in the comments: I was born on May 28, 1984 and Carmelo was born on May 29, 1984! So I feel like the last 7 years I’ve grown up as Melo has. I don’t want that to sound weirdo, but I don’t know how else to put it. It’s just been cool watching him as a Nugget.
Not "weirdo" at all!
On this site, you certainly shouldn’t have to be ashamed of ANY reason you love our Superstar.
Same coin, other side: if you HATE our Supersar, you got some ’splainin to do…
Practice doesn't make perfect. Perfect practice makes perfect.
by Big Mickey D on Aug 26, 2010 6:05 PM MDT up reply actions
Keep it up guys
Hopefully he reads this post. Melo is basketball in Denver, without him we go right back to what we were before he got here, pure shit. I know things look pretty precarious right now with the organization but if Melo just looked at how much cap room we have after this season he would realize were still in contention to be one of the best teams in the league.
Stiff 4 Life
I pretty sure Melo just dosn’t get it! He thinks going to a different team will make him a bigger star. What he needs to do is step his game up and learn to play team basketball and defense. If he wins a championship in Denver he will reach a higher level of superstar. From the new reports it sounds like he is as good as gone. Don’t get me wrong I love Melo but if he wants out then we need the best possible deal for him and to get our team ready for the season. Blake Griffen anyone?
Your letter should have read...
Dear Melo, if you go with the wrong team, and by the wrong team I mean CAA and World Wide Wes, you risk pissing off Stan Kroenke. He’s richer and more powerful than the clowns over at LeBron’s agency and could easily ruin your career if you piss him off. The Nuggets is one of Stan’s hobbies, not a critical business that he relies on to make money. He can pay your 65mil extension with his debit card.
To put things in perspective:
+1
Remember when he fucked over the WWF last year? hahahaha, I kid, I kid
by Artimus Mangilord on Aug 27, 2010 9:36 AM MDT up reply actions
Melo doesnt give a crap about your silly letters
Want a tissue? Have two. Youll need them when Melo inevitably bolts the Nuggets for a championship caliber team. Oh? Whats this? Denver’s management has given up all hope? LOL! Time for reality to slap you across the face. Melo and Smith are wearing different jersies next season, and the Nuggets will sink to the level of irrelaventcy along with the clippers and warriors. Dont worry though! Al Harington to the rescue!!!
Have you ever had feelings for a nun?
So...
how do you feel about Rhode Island?
(change of topic attempt)
"Until you shoot me off my bike I'll keep looking for a contract" - Jens!
Quitter's People United member # 42
I'm always looking for new places to move to
I just moved to Mexico for instance. Rhode Island has always seemed intriguing to me because I find it really beautiful and I love that it’s on the ocean and that it’s small (I don’t like big cities). But it gets very cold in the winter there, doesn’t it? After living for two years in Minnesota, I’ve learned that I can’t deal with a lot of snow and coldness.
I'd like a tissue
to clean up a mess I just made on your mom, Bossman
I will bask
When Melo returns to the Pepsi Center and proceeds to light up a depleted Nuggets squad for 40+ points. The slaughter will be wholesome and I will revel and wallow in the satisfaction and glee of every single point he scores. :)
Have you ever had feelings for a nun?
to bash on a person's honest heartfelt letter is undignified.
You have the leverage of having nothing on the line. This does not take balls.
There are more appropriate venues for smack talk (…like WWE). You’re like a dude in a mask that goes around slapping people in the face. You should take a lesson from DarWithABAr.
I’ve heard you make better points before, but never without insult.
by deezNuggets on Aug 30, 2010 10:28 AM MDT up reply actions
How do feel about states with peninsulas?
Dear Rockies - Please finish ahead of the hated Giants
Brad Hawpe - Thanks Brad, you were a class act. I'm going to miss you most of all. ( Please don't kill us wherever you play)
"You can learn a lot just by watching"-Yogi Berra
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feinstein letter 306 comments, nugnugz letter 32 comments
shame on you andrew for not making this letter with all of it’s mass appeal front page news on YOUR blog. with this kind of writing talent and fan support they should have their own web site. i will be glad to make a list of the new names for the bigger and better web site that will put the ever hating melo denver stiffs out of business. TOP 10 NAMES FOR THE NEW DENVER NUGGETS FAN WEB SITE. 10. melo & things. 9. lala, yoko and beyond. 8. two and a half melos. 7. sternfluffskobefluffsmelo. 6. big mickey duche. 5. sdcat Cannot Understand Normal Thinking. 4. jpage Cannot Understand Normal Thinking. 3. nugnugz Cannot Understand Normal Thinking. 2. I love lala. 1. anti-stiffs.
pick up a calf every day pretty soon you will be picking up a cow
we're on a mission from god
Funnier if you spell "Douche" correctly!
Although your comment is so un-funny and pointless that “funnier” wouldn’t really be a big accomplishment.
As well, are you finding the 306 comments even readable? Are you loving that most of our site has become a Nets, Knicks, Rockets & Clippers site now? Andrew and Nate need to post jpage78’s fanpost on the front page because it is actually an interesting and under-discussed theory on how to keep OUR NUGGETS (We both like the same team right?) pointed in the direction of a championship. It also is getting ZERO comments from other team’s fans! I noticed you haven’t commented there at all nohoops? Too friendly over there? You’d rather sling mud and name call I guess…
Practice doesn't make perfect. Perfect practice makes perfect.
I'm sad. Because I can't understand normal thinking.
/looks at Bachelor of Science in Business Management from UNC
/wonders how did I graduate and wonders how did I manage to stay gainfully employed for xx years….
hmmm, I better go and not think normally about this situation.
Dear Rockies - Please beat the dreaded Dodgers
Brad Hawpe - Thanks Brad, you were a class act. I'm going to miss you most of all! Good luck with the Rays!
"You can learn a lot just by watching"-Yogi Berra
QPU #4, YHEG #4, Proud Member PR Gynocracy
So much funnier!
Didn’t we have a Stiff called “imadoosh?” Made me laugh every time…
Practice doesn't make perfect. Perfect practice makes perfect.
by Big Mickey D on Aug 29, 2010 6:11 PM MDT up reply actions
+1 he's just trying to start some shit
because he’s worthless. I’m sorry if I don’t always agree with everything Feinstein says and ride him like nohoops4u does. I guess it’s dumb of me to provide another viewpoint to how Nuggets fans feel about a player that saved us from 7 years of misery.
Furthermore, perhaps if my letter was front paged (which I’m not sure why it wasn’t after I followed all their little rules) it would’ve received 300 responses. It’s a bit of a catch 22 there. But maybe Nohoops4u can tell us some more about how he racially stereotypes Baltimore so that everyday thousands of women and children are beaten.
No question this post should have been front paged
I read that entire debate and you did exactly what was asked of you.
Practice doesn't make perfect. Perfect practice makes perfect.
by Big Mickey D on Aug 29, 2010 6:16 PM MDT up reply actions
I appreciate that comment
yes, some love from them would’ve been nice – perhaps even a comment.
Melo is a good man.
I hope he stays here in the cow town. He will be missed (at least by some of us). Maybe we can try paying him in Puerto Rican Babes. That’ll keep him here for sure. Oh damn it! I forgot that he’s already married.
Melo needs to understand
the fact that it’s going to be very difficult to find a better place than Denver if he really wants to win. Denver is already built around him and will have big cap space after this season.
NY would certainly make him a bigger star, but it’s goint ot take forever to build a champinoship caliber team there. Amare is going to be a 15-8 guy without Steve Nash. And even if CP3 comes to NY, they will lose in Eastern Conference Finals to Miami ever year.
Many players wanted to go east to avoid the Lakers and try to beat them in the finals, but now it’s Miami. It’s better for him to stay in the west because Laker dynasty is about to be over.
If Denver can sign legitimate big, lockdown defender and may be another shooter off the bench, I really think Denver can win a championship before Miami’s big 3 figure out how to play together.
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