New York signed veteran sharpshooter Arron Afflalo to a two-year deal worth $16 million. The second season has an $8 million player option.

As for what—or who—convinced Afflalo to take a chance on the rebuilding Knicks, the answer is multifaceted, but seemingly reliant upon one man: Carmelo Anthony.

Ian Begley @IanBegley
Arron Afflalo says Carmelo Anthony played a big role in his decision to sign with the #Knicks.

More went into Afflalo’s decision than Anthony’s presence, of course, but ‘Melo was clearly a key factor.

Afflalo and Anthony played together with the Denver Nuggets from 2007 to 2011. Afflalo made 161 starts during that time, which created a sense of familiarity between the two.

Afflalo was the 3-and-D specialist, while Anthony was the offensive juggernaut.

In New York, the two will reprise those roles within the Triangle Offense. Afflalo, a career 38.5 percent shooter from 3-point range, will be trusted to space the floor while Anthony often creates his own looks.

The Triangle Offense is about the team, but Anthony’s isolation proficiency will not be lost in its entirety.

That alone makes a trustworthy shooter all the more important should ‘Melo develop as a drive-and-dish facilitator. That’s a big if, but Afflalo has thrived in such a situation in the past.

Who’s to say he won’t in New York?

For what it’s worth, Anthony shot above 45.0 percent from the field in 2009-10 and 2010-11—Afflalo’s first two seasons as a full-time starter. He’s done that in just one full season since joining the Knicks.

Both players project to benefit from Afflalo’s arrival.

An efficient Anthony and a consistent Afflalo could go a long way towards pushing New York to the postseason in 2015-16. It could also provide a sense of continuity that’s been missing under Jackson, who’s created more changes than anything else.

Perhaps this is a sign that Anthony can draw free agents to Manhattan.

and im sure quin and lopez would have had 2nd thoughts, believe it or not melo's presence makes a difference

1) Melo only attracts second and third tier talent.
2) Melo only attracts ex-Nuggets no one else wants.
3) Melo will run Affalo out of town if he approaches 20 ppg.

jrodmc wrote:Oh this is going to go absolutely no where. Fast.

1) Melo only attracts second and third tier talent.
2) Melo only attracts ex-Nuggets no one else wants.
3) Melo will run Affalo out of town if he approaches 20 ppg.

Dam jrodmc, you're blowing my mind!

You're not wrong.

Cartman718 wrote:

ChuckBuck wrote:

jrodmc wrote:Oh this is going to go absolutely no where. Fast.

1) Melo only attracts second and third tier talent.
2) Melo only attracts ex-Nuggets no one else wants.
3) Melo will run Affalo out of town if he approaches 20 ppg.

Dam jrodmc, you're blowing my mind!

You're not wrong.

apparently that's not the only thing you two are blowing

If you're referring to sausage meat, I love them HOT and Italian!

Al Iannazzone: Afflalo says he knows Carmelo is “very happy” Afflalo is a Knick and he “spoke highly” of him to management – via Twitter Al_Iannazzone

Cartman718 wrote:

ChuckBuck wrote:

jrodmc wrote:Oh this is going to go absolutely no where. Fast.

1) Melo only attracts second and third tier talent.
2) Melo only attracts ex-Nuggets no one else wants.
3) Melo will run Affalo out of town if he approaches 20 ppg.

Dam jrodmc, you're blowing my mind!

You're not wrong.

apparently that's not the only thing you two are blowing

nixluva wrote:Afflalo's presence is very important. He's the one guy who is a proven scorer that can be the #2 behind Melo. If not for Afflalo this roster would really lack legit secondary scoring in the starting lineup.

The Knicks have alot of unproven guys or just guys that were in minimal roles before they got here. The cream will rise. Everyone is young. Alot of upside to the roster. Alot of team oriented guys. Just a bunch of cool guys. The potential to gel quick is very high imho

dk7th wrote:

knicks1248 wrote:Typo on the thread title

New York signed veteran sharpshooter Arron Afflalo to a two-year deal worth $16 million. The second season has an $8 million player option.

As for what—or who—convinced Afflalo to take a chance on the rebuilding Knicks, the answer is multifaceted, but seemingly reliant upon one man: Carmelo Anthony.

Ian Begley @IanBegley
Arron Afflalo says Carmelo Anthony played a big role in his decision to sign with the #Knicks.

More went into Afflalo’s decision than Anthony’s presence, of course, but ‘Melo was clearly a key factor.

Afflalo and Anthony played together with the Denver Nuggets from 2007 to 2011. Afflalo made 161 starts during that time, which created a sense of familiarity between the two.

Afflalo was the 3-and-D specialist, while Anthony was the offensive juggernaut.

In New York, the two will reprise those roles within the Triangle Offense. Afflalo, a career 38.5 percent shooter from 3-point range, will be trusted to space the floor while Anthony often creates his own looks.

The Triangle Offense is about the team, but Anthony’s isolation proficiency will not be lost in its entirety.

That alone makes a trustworthy shooter all the more important should ‘Melo develop as a drive-and-dish facilitator. That’s a big if, but Afflalo has thrived in such a situation in the past.

Who’s to say he won’t in New York?

For what it’s worth, Anthony shot above 45.0 percent from the field in 2009-10 and 2010-11—Afflalo’s first two seasons as a full-time starter. He’s done that in just one full season since joining the Knicks.

Both players project to benefit from Afflalo’s arrival.

An efficient Anthony and a consistent Afflalo could go a long way towards pushing New York to the postseason in 2015-16. It could also provide a sense of continuity that’s been missing under Jackson, who’s created more changes than anything else.

Perhaps this is a sign that Anthony can draw free agents to Manhattan.

and im sure quin and lopez would have had 2nd thoughts, believe it or not melo's presence makes a difference

LOL at this tweet-based nonsense and your inference

you have too many personal issues with melo to ever have a respectable conversation about anything he's involved with. The guy could save the world and you would call him a prick

TPercy wrote:

mreinman wrote:another reason to hate melo

Really? I like this signing. Unlike the derricks williams signing, there were hardly any options that were available that could better him. We got him at a nice price., he can impact the court on both ends (maybe a little less than he could with the magic) ,he can hit those midrange jumpers effectively, and a very reliable 3pt shooter and secondary scorer, and has a high character unlike all of our other previous shooting guards. If he sucks, he has a movable contract and his deal is short as well. His wife shares are a bit concerning but nevertheless, I look forward to seeing him play.