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Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Clippers
When: November 7, 7:00 p.m.
Where: The Pepsi Center
Records: Nuggets, 3-2; Cavaliers, 0-2.

Nuggets Will Try to End Losing Streak

By Arthur Barclay

DENVER-The Nuggets return home tonight against the L.A. Clippers. Denver went 0-2 on their previous road trip. They lost a close game against the Cleveland Cavaliers after Carmelo missed the game-winner.

The Clippers come in with an 0-2 record. Elton Brand has had a great season so far averaging 22 ppg, 10 rpg and 2 bpg for the Clippers. Quentin Richardson is averaging 14 ppg, while Corey Maggette is having a pretty bad season to start off with. He is only averaging 10 ppg. "It's just 2 games into the season so I'm pretty sure that I won't be in this slump for long," Maggette said.

Denver will try to snap their 2 game losing streak tonight at home against the L.A. Clippers.

Key Matchup:
Andre Miller vs. Marko Jaric

Jaric is having a great season so far. He is averaging 15 ppg and 4 apg. Andre Miller has had a solid season averaging 11 ppg, 7.6 apg and 4.2 rpg. Miller and Jaric are both big PG's and will be tough for each to handle.

Probable Starters:
Nuggets
C-Marcus Camby-15.4 rpg
PF-Nene-12.4 rpg
SF-Carmelo Anthony-27.6 ppg
SG-Voshon Lenard-9.8 ppg
PG-Andre Miller-7.6 apg

Clippers
C-Chris Kaman-6.5 rpg
PF-Elton Brand-22 ppg
SF-Corey Maggette-7.5 rpg
SG-Quentin Richardson-14 ppg
PG-Marco Jaric-4 apg

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Nuggets Snap 2-Game Losing Streak
Denver gets the crucial win




Nuggets
93
Clippers
75

By Arthur Barclay

DENVER-The Clippers led at the end of one 26-23. Maggette was out of his slump, scoring 10 pts in the 1st quarter. Voshon Lenard was having a great start with 9 pts. He shot 3-4 from downtown. Jaric dished out 3 asts for the Clippers. Brand had 6 pts and 2 rebs in the 1st quarter.

The Nuggets regained the lead in the 2nd quarter with a 49-41 advantage over the Clippers. Carmelo scored 16 pts in the 2nd quarter and ended up with 20 in the 1st half. Andre Miller had 6 pts, 6 rebs and 5 asts. Lenard scored 11 pts in the 1st half. Maggette finished with 14 pts, while Richardson had 10 pts.

Denver was hot in the 3rd quarter. THey led the Clippers 77-58 at the end of 3 quarters. Carmelo had 28 pts, 5 rebs, 3 stls and 2 blks. Andre Miller scored 18 pts, 7 rebs and 7 asts at the end of the 3rd. Lenard had 17 pts and 5 rebs. Brand and Maggette scored 18 pts apiece for the Clippers.

The Denver Nuggets beat the L.A. Clippers 93-75 and snapped their 2 game losing streak. Andre Miller won Player of the Game honors with 24 pts, 8 asts and 7 rebs against his former team. Carmelo finished with 32 pts, 5 rebs and 3 stls. Voshon Lenard added 17 pts and 5 boards.

Corey Maggette had a good game with 22 pts for the Clippers and was out of his shooting slump. Elton Brand finished with 20 pts and 6 rebs. Richardson scored 12 pts . Jaric almost finished with a triple double with 10 pts, 10 asts and 9 rebs.

The Nuggets go 4-2 for the season and the L.A. Clippers are now 0-3.

DENVER NUGGETS GUARD ANDRE MILLER(24 points, 8 assists and 7 rebounds)
On snapping their losing streak...

"I knew we could do it, but it was just a matter of time on when we're going to do it. We stepped our game up a notch tonight and came out with the W. If we can play like this consistently, we will be a very tough team to beat in the West."


LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS COACH MIKE DUNLEAVY
On their season...

"We still have alot of young talent to evaluate. It's a little too early in the season to tell what are we planning on doing. We have to play other players and see who really deserves playing time. We have to start winning some ball games though. We can't keep losing game in and game out. It's time for this team to show some heart and step their game up."

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Denver Nuggets vs. Toronto Raptors
When: November 9, 1:00 p.m.
Where: Air Canada Centre
Records: Nuggets, 4-2; Raptors, 3-2.

Nuggets Affected by the Early-Bird Game?

By Arthur Barclay

TORONTO-The Nuggets are on the road playing a 1:00 pm game. "Early games always affect a team or player at times. The thing is, your so use to playing late and getting your sleep during this time," veteran Voshon Lenard said.

Denver will host the Toronto Raptors today who are playing pretty well so far in the season. They can be very dangers at times with Vince Carter, Jalen Rose, Chris Bosh and Donyell Marshall. They have a very athletic team and are very hard to contain. Jalen Rose leads the team in scoring 21.6 ppg. He also averages 4.2 apg. Carter is averaging 17.6 ppg and 7.6 rpg.

Denver ended a 2-game losing streak against the L.A. Clippers the other day. Carmelo scored had back-to-back 30 pt games with. He scored 32 pts against the Clippers, while Andre Miller had 24 pts, 8 asts and 7 rebs.

Key Matchup:
Carmelo Anthony vs. Vince Carter

Both players are very explosive and can do anything with a basketball. Vince Carter is the best leaper in the game and Carmelo just getting started. These two are expected to put on a show tonight as they guard each other in the game. You will see alot of spectacular dunks from both players.

Probable Starters:
Nuggets
C-Marcus Camby
PF-Nene
SF-Carmelo Anthony
SG-Voshon Lenard
PG-Andre Miller

Raptors
C-Chris Bosh
PF-Donyell Marshall
SF-Vince Carter
SG-Morris Peterson
PG-Jalen Rose

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Denver Can't Get the Road Win
Another tough 4th quarter




Nuggets
82
Raptors
90

By Arthur Barclay

TORONTO-Carmelo Anthony was off to another hot start. He scored 10 pts in the 1st quarter of the game and the Nuggets led 24-20 at the end of the 1st. Andre Miller was fired up with 8 pts in the 1st quarter. None of the Raptors we're surprising in this quarter.

Denver had a solid 2nd quarter with a 46-38 lead over the Raptors. Carmelo had 24 pts in the 1st half. Andre Miller scored 12 pts and 2 asts for Denver. Vince Carter had 7 pts for the Raptors in the 1st half. Alvin Williams and Peterson had 6 pts apiece for Toronto.

It was a very low scoring 3rd quarter for Denver. The Raptors outscored the Nuggets 19-9 in the 3rd quarter. Denver shot 21% and the Raptors regained the lead 57-55 at the end of 3.

Morris Peterson was hurt in the game with a sprained ankle. He managed to comeback in the 4th quarter after being out the 3rd. The Nuggets were down 12 early in the 4th quarter. They managed to cut the lead down to 8 pts with 2:37 left to play. The Nuggets couldn't get the comeback and they lost the game 90-82.

Carmelo had another great game, scoring 30+ pts in his 3rd consecutive game. He had 35 pts and 4 blks. Andre Miller scored 16 pts, but only had 3 asts. Lenard had 11 pts, while Nene had 8 pts and 17 rebs. Donyell Marshall was the Player of the Game with 15 pts and 11 rebs. Alvin Williams came off the bench to score 22 pts. Vince Carter had 13 pts, while Jalen Rose had 12 pst and 8 asts in the Raptors win.

(No comments after the game, because the Nuggets weren't in the mood.)

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i think its time for me to trade. im looking to get rid of lenard and nene and doleac. The keepers on my team are: Carmelo, Camby, Miller, C.Anderson, White, Boykins, Barry. Any ideas on who I can get? Im looking to get a SG and PF in a deal. It can be opposite deals, but who are some good players to go after of to make the deal realistic. I was thinking of Joe Johnson. I was also looking at Amare too, but I dont know if I could get a realistic deal out of it. I think I can though. If I were to get both of them in a package I would add someone like Anderson, Barry or Camby probably. Any Ideas?

[Mark.]

Amare would be good, have you thought of Bosh??, wouldn't be as hard to get, plus Toronto has plenty of guards if you wanted to chuck on in the deal.

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yea, it is just I like Joe Johnson so much. I look just like him a lil bit in real life lol...I like Amare alot too because both of them have true skill. Im going to try to go after them even though I like Bosh.

[Mark.]

So what deal are you looking at then? It'll be rather hard to get both.

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Breaking News

Denver Nuggets Acquire Stoudemire and Johnson







The Denver Nuggets made a transaction with teh Phoenix Suns on yesterday. Denver sent G Voshon Lenard, F Nene, and F Ryan Bowen to the Phoenix Suns for F Amare Stoudemire(70), G Joe Johnson(62), and C Ben Handlogten(40).

"We feel that this organization needed more youth on this team to surround Carmelo Anthony. Amare and Johnson are two great athletic players that will help us out in the near future," Denver's GM Kiki Vandeweghe said.

"I feel great about playing for Denver. They are looking to win this season and for year's to come and I want to play for a winning team. It's hard to not like someone that actually loves your game and the way you play. We will give Denver a very energetic team this season," Amare said.

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Great dynasty(Y)! You're having more trouble that the other one, in the Hawks you were unbeatable .

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yea thats what i was looking for. a team where i know i will have my ups and downs

[Mark.]

Nice trade

Amare's only 70??! i think in the rosters i use hes 77

So whats your line up going to be?? The obvious or something with a twist??

[OrlandoMagic]

nice deal but a little unrealistic isnt it????

Stoudamire is a star!!!!

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well everybody makes unrealistic deals. andrew got KG on his team

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Denver Nuggets vs. Chicago Bulls
When: November 10, 7:30 p.m.
Where: United Center
Records: Nuggets, 4-3; Bulls, 4-3.

Stoudemire and Johnson Making Debut Tonight

By Arthur Barclay

CHICAGO-The two players that the Denver Nuggets acquired in a 6 player deal will play tonight against the Chicago Bulls. Amare Stoudemire and Joe Johnson are expected to start for the Nuggets. After winning their first 3 games of the season, the Nuggets have went 1-3 since then.

"We are going to try and come in there tonight ready to get a win. I have learned alot of plays from the coaches. I should be ready to play tonight and have a good game," Johnson said.

The Bulls come in tonight with a 4-3 record as well. They are led by Tyson Chandler who is averaging 20 ppg and 10.3 rpg. He has surprised many people this year with his offensive skills. He is an early canidate for Most Improved Player of the Year.

Denver will try to get back on a winning track tonight by getting a road win against the Bulls.

Key Matchup:
Amare Stoudemire vs. Tyson Chandler

The two young athletic forwards will be going at it tonight. This will be Amare's first game with the Denver Nuggets and alot of eyes are on him, along with Johnson. Chandler is having a season to remember and will be a big threat in the paint tonight.

Probable Starters:
Nuggets
C-Marcus Camby
PF-Amare Stoudemire
SF-Carmelo Anthony
SG-Joe Johnson
PG-Andre Miller

Bulls
C-Antonio Davis
PF-Tyson Chandler
SF-Marcus Fizer
SG-Scottie Pippen
PG-Jamal Crawford

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Denver Beats Chicago on the Road
Amare and Johnson have big games




Nuggets
110
Bulls
98

By Arthur Barclay

CHICAGO-At the end of the 1st quarter, the Nuggets led 25-21 to the Bulls. Stoudemire scored 8 pts and grabbed 5 rebs in the quarter. Johnson had 7 pts. Carmelo scored 6 pts in the quarter. Crawford led the Bulls with 8 pts in the quarter.

Joe Johnson hit a big 3 to put the Nuggets up 52-50 at the end of the 1st half. He finished with 12 pts for the 1st half. Carmelo scored 14 pts in the 1st half. Amare finished with 10 pts and 7 rebs. Miller had 7 pts and dished out 4 asts. Kendall Gill scored 11 pts for the Bulls and was the focal point in the 2nd quarter. He scored all 11 of his pts in the 2nd quarter.

Carmelo Anthony committed his 4th foul in the 3rd quarter. Johnson took over after that. Johnson had 18 pts through 3 quarters. Denver led 84-70 at the end of the 3rd. Carmelo scored 20 pts. Amare had 13 pts and 8 rebs. Miller had 11 pts and 6 asts. Crawford, Chandler and Gill had 11 pts apiece for the Bulls.

Denver sealed the game in the 4th quarter. They beat teh Chicago Bulls 110-98. Carmelo Anthony was Player of the Game with 26 pts and 5 rebs. Joe Johnson scored 22 pts and dished out 5 asts. Stoudemire had 19 pts and 10 rebs. Millerh ad 15 pts and 9 asts. Rodney White scored 11 pts and grabbed 5 boards in the game. Camby finished with 9 pts and 16 rebs.

Crawford scored 24 pts for the Bulls. Chandler had 13 pts and 8 rebs. Pippen finished with 11 pts for the Bulls in a losing effort.

DENVER NUGGETS COACH JEFF BZDELIK
On his new players...

"They played very well tonight. They fit very well into our system. Both of them did all the good things to help us win tonight. We can have a very dangerous team if we continue to play at this level that we played tonight."

DENVER NUGGETS FORWARD AMARE STOUDEMIRE(19 points, 10 rebounds, 2 blocks)
On his new team...

"It was very fun tonight playing with them. They are a great group of guys that want to win and they have a coach who wants to win. Everyone has the same positive attitude and never complains about their minutes or scoring. It is a very great team to play for."

DENVER NUGGETS GUARD JOE JOHNSON(22 points, 5 assists)
On the game...

"It was a great game for us. I didn't expect to fit so well into the system in just the 1st game. We came out in the 3rd quarter and played them tough so we could gain some ground. Playing with Carmelo is great because he loves to run the floor and you can just give the ball to him and he can create for himself. Andre is a good fundamental point guard. This should be a great year for us."

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Denver Nuggets vs. Orlando Magic
When: November 14, 8:30 p.m.
Where: Pepsi Center
Records: Nuggets, 5-3; Magic, 2-6.

New Talent is A Life-Saver

By Arthur Barclay

DENVER-Amare Stoudemire and Joe Johnson will make their home debut tonight against the Orlando Magic. Both players contributed well in their 1st game with the Nuggets. Amare had 19 pts and 10 rebs. Joe Johnson had 22 pts and 5 asts. "We are just going out there trying to fit into the system and have fun," Amare said.

Orlando is struggline heavily this season with a 2-6 start. McGrady is still putting up MVP numbers with 27.4 ppg, 9.3 rpg and 4.6 apg. He isn't very happy with his team performance this year. He is hoping for a big turnaround soon.

Key Matchup:
Joe Johnson vs. Tracy McGrady

Joe Johnson is an excellent shooter from the outside and can also dish the ball well. He will matchup against Tracy McGrady tonight. Tmac is an early MVP canidate in the season. Both players should score alot of pts in this game. Denver will have a much faster pace game, while the Magic will try to slow it down.


Probable Starters:
Nuggets
C-Marcus Camby
PF-Amare Stoudemire
SF-Carmelo Anthony
SG-Joe Johnson
PG-Andre Miller

Magic
C-Steven Hunter
PF-Juwan Howard
SF-Grant Hill
SG-Tracy McGrady
PG-Tyronne Lue

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No Fight Left in the Nuggets
Too tired in overtime




Nuggets
106
Magic
110

By Arthur Barclay

DENVER-At the end of the 1st quarter, the Nuggets led 31-24. Carmelo scored 15 pts for the Nuggets. Grant Hill scored 10 pts in the 1st quarter for Orlando. McGrady had 7 pts, while Stoudemire scored 6 pts.

In the 2nd quarter, the Nuggets had a commanding 55-38 lead over the Magic. Carmelo scored 19 pts in the 1st half. Stoudemire had 12 pts and 4 rebs for Denver. Johnson came alive in the 2nd quarter, and he scored 8 pts and grabbed 5 rebs. Hill and McGrady combined for 27 pts in the 1st half. McGrady shot 5-15 in the 1st half. Miller dished out 8 asts in the 1st half.

The Nuggets fell apart in the 3rd quarter. Orlando outscored the Nuggets 29-18 in the 3rd quarter. McGrady had 26 pts through 3 quarters. Carmelo had 29 pts. Stoudemire had 12 pts and 7 rebs. Joe Johnson scored 10 pts, 6 rebs and 4 asts. Andre Miller dished out 10 asts.

In the 4th quarter, both teams were going at it. Carmelo and Tmac were going back and forth. The Magic outscored Denver 27-21 in the 4th. The scored was tied 94-94 and Carmelo had the ball. He hopped into the lane, and got some contact from Hill. There was no foul called on him! The game is going into overtime. Carmelo had 39 pts. McGrady scored 35 pts through regulation. Hill scored 29 pts in regulation. Amare had 17 pts and 8 rebs. Johnson scored 14 pts. Andre Miller had 8 pts and 11 asts. Camby had 8 pts and 6 rebs through regulation.

With 2:07 left in OT the Nuggets were down 106-101. Carmelo had a career-high with 42 pts. Denver cut the lead to 4 pts, but couldn't get the defensive stops in teh last minute. The Nuggets lost 110-106 in a decisive overtime loss.

The Player of the Game was Grant Hill with 33 pts, 8 rebs and 6 asts. Tracy McGrady scored 40 pts, 6 rebs and 4 asts. Carmelo finished with 44 pts, 6 blks and 3 rebs. Stoudemire had 17 pts and 10 rebs. Johnson scored 16 pts, 6 rebs and 4 asts. Andre Miller had 11 pts and dished out 12 asts. Camby had 10 pts and 7 rebs in a losing effort.

Hunter scored 10 pts and grabbed 8 rebs. Howard had 11 pts in the game for the Magic. The Nuggets were outscored the entire 2nd half. Orlando outrebounded Denver 46-38 in the game.

DENVER NUGGETS FORWARD CARMELO ANTHONY(44 points, 6 blocks, 3 rebounds)
On the heart-breaking loss...

"It was real tough for us to lose this game. This was our game from the start and we couldn't put them away. In the 2nd half, they just really outplayed us and for some reason, we wouldn't stop them on the defensive end. We missed alot of easy buckets and we will just try to regroup from this."

ORLANDO MAGIC GUARD TRACY MCGRADY(40 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists)
On rookie Carmelo Anthony...

"He is a very talented player. He plays just like an all-star and will be very good in this league. If you look at what he is doing right now, just think what he will do for years to come. He will be the one to watch in the next few years."

ORLANDO MAGIC FORWARD GRANT HILL(33 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists)
On making return from injury...

"I feel great right now. I haven't felt this good since I was in Detroit. I'm not starting to play like my old self and we are getting ready to make some changes in this organization and win alot more. We now have a full team back and with the combination of myself and Tmac, we can be tough to handle."

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Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
When: November 18, 7:00 p.m.
Where: Target Center
Records: Nuggets, 5-4; Timberwolves, 5-5.

Carmelo=Star Power

By Arthur Barclay

MINNESOTA-Carmel Anthony is leading the league in scoring with 30.6 ppg. He is by far the best rookie so far in the season. He wants to make his teammates better. "I don't want to have to score alot of points just so my team can win every night. I really would like to share the ball more and would like for others to start shooting more than what they do," said Anthony.

Denver comes into the game with a 5-4 record. After going 3-0 at teh beginning of the season, they are now 2-4 since then. "We will get it together soon. We have made some deals and this is a completely new team," Bzdelik said.

Minnesota is led by one of the best players in the NBA in Kevin Garnett. He is averaging 20.5 ppg, 14.9 rpg, 5.1 apg and 2.1 bog. "he is no doubt the best player in the league," Bzdelik said. "he can do everything on the court and he feels up the stat sheet."

Denver and the Twolves are in the same division. Both teams will battle it out this season to secure playoff spots in the postseason. This is a very important game for both teams.

Key Matchup:
Amare Stoudemire vs. Kevin Garnett

Garnett will face his youngest idol tonight. Amare came straight out of high school just like KG did. He is becoming an all-star caliber player in this league and will be a great force on the inside. KG has the length over Amare, but Amare never backs down from anybody. He has the size advantage on KG and will be a great matchup tonight.

Probable Starters:
Nuggets
C-Marcus Camby
PF-Amare Stoudemire
SF-Carmelo Anthony
SG-Joe Johnson
PG-Andre Miller

Probable Starters:
Timberwolves
C-Michael Olowakandi
PF-Kevin Garnett
SF-Wally Szcerbiak
SG-Latrell Spreewell
PG-Sam Cassell

[kevC]

He has the size advantage on KG

really? i thought they weighed about the same and KG was a bit tallker?

btw i love reading this thread you're very creative

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well i said KG is taller than amare. amare looks more buff than KG though so thats why i said that.

and thx for the compliment

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Nuggets Played Solid All Game
Carmelo was unbelievable




Nuggets
89
Timberwolves
73

By Arthur Barclay

MINNESOTA-Denver came out blazing in the 1st quarter. They led the Twolves 32-18 at the end of the 1st quarter. Carmelo scored 17 pts in the quarter. Andre Miller dished out 7 asts along with 6 pts. Stoudemire was limited by committing 2 fouls early in teh game. He had 3 pts and 2 rebs in 4 mins.

The Nuggets led 45-37 at the end of the 1st half. Carmelo led all scorers with 21 pts. Miller dished out 9 asts. Sam Cassell scored 12 pts for the Twolves. Spreewell came into the 2nd quarter and scored 11 pts.

This was the 1st time since their 3-0 start where the Nuggets kept their lead out of reach of their opponent and didn't let them comeback in the 3rd quarter. Denver led 69-56 at teh end of the 3rd quarter. Carmelo scored 39 pts, 5 blks and 4 rebs. Miller had 10 pts and 14 rebs. Cassell had 17 pts, 6 rebs and 7 TO's/ Spreewell scored 14 pts. KG only scored 6 pts through 3 quarters and grabbed 6 rebs.

Denver grabbed a solid win on the road by beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 89-73. Carmelo Anthony was the Player of the Game with another career-high. He had 49 pts, 5 rebs and 6 blks. Miller finished with 10 pts and 17 asts. Johnson and Amare were in foul trouble throughout the game. Johnson scored 8 pts and 4 rebs. Amare had 7 pts and 9 rebs. White had 7 pts and 7 rebs off the bench. Camby scored 6 pts and 7 rebs in the game.

Cassell led the Twolves with 18 pts, 6 rebs and 4 asts. Spreewell had 14 pts and shot 5-14 from the field. KG finished with 9 pts, 8 rebs and 5 blks and 3 asts.

DENVER NUGGETS FORWARD CARMELO ANTHONY(49 points, 6 blocks, 5 rebounds)
On his performance...

"I've been feeling great after a few games in the league. I feel that I can do anything right now and I'm just hot. It seems like my teammates are looking for me to become the leader of this team and they will either win with me or lose with me. I will step up and become the leader and do the right things so we can make the playoffs this season."

DENVER NUGGETS COACH JEFF BZDELIK
On Carmelo's gameplay...

"He has been amazing in the early season. He is playing better than any other player in the league right now. The thing is, he is a rookie. This young man is playing tremendously well and will be very exciting to watch for the rest of the season. He is an excellent learner and will help his teammates out as well. He carries himself like a veteran. He is no doubt a pro's pro."

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Wow I cant believe Carmelo is playing this well. I never expected this much out of him.