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NBA is all about the love and celebration that the fans show towards their favorite players. When it comes to live moments, it is even better. Fans who have attended the games have always returned with a memorable personal experience. Well, we know the fan’s perspective, but have you ever wondered what a player’s perspective would be? That too, one of an NBA legend? Don’t worry we have got a soon-to-be Hall of Famer to break it down.?
Springfield may be the birthplace of basketball but the ‘Mecca’ of basketball is elsewhere. Apart from fans, celebrities like Chris Rock, Drew Barrymore and 50 Cent have named this arena to be their favorite.
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Joining Chris Rock and Drew Barrymore, an NBA legend details his NYC experience?
The New York Knicks have a historic legacy that has been spoken about for ages. Apart from the team, their fans are recognized as one of the loudest mobs in the world. Well, it’s safe to say that it is a tradition to make the arena as electric as possible at Madison Square Garden.?As per a list of celebrities who have made frequent appearances in the Knicks arena, Hollywood actress Drew Barrymore seems to have an immense love for the $6.1 billion franchise. Madison Square Garden seems to be a go-to place for the ‘Charlie’s Angels’ star.?
Well, it is the same for actor/comedian Chris Rock who has been to the Knicks arena with several legends like Jay-Z, Diddy, Patrick Ewing, Spike Lee, etc. However, these are all fans’ experiences. How does it feel to experience all this as a superstar?

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New York Knicks Carmelo Anthony reacts after hitting a 3-point shot in the second quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Madison Square Garden in New York City on December 19, 2012. PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxHUNxONLY NYP20121219104; Basketball USA NBA x0x xub 2012 quer premiumd
Image number 12153216 date 19 12 2012 Copyright imago UPI Photo New York Knicks Carmelo Anthony reacts After Hitting A 3 Point Shot in The Second Quarter Against The Brooklyn Nets AT Madison Square Garden in New York City ON December 19 2012 PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxHUNxONLY Basketball USA NBA x0x xub 2012 horizontal premiumd
Knicks legend Carmelo Anthony decided to speak on it. The 39-year-old shared,?“I tell people all the time… You ain’t seen nothing or experienced nothing until you in the Garden when it’s rocking.”
He added, “When it’s rocking, there is no better place in the world.”
Carmelo Anthony on coming back home to the Knicks:
“I tell people all the time…You ain’t seen nothing or experienced nothing until you in the Garden when it’s rocking.”
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— Big Knick Energy (@BigKnickEnergy_) September 26, 2023
And if there’s anybody that knew how to get Madison Square Garden rocking, it was #7.
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The Carmelo Anthony era in New York
Playing seven long years for the reputed organization, Anthony has his own fan base back in the Big Apple.
Continuing his prime years with the Knicks after his impeccable run with the Denver Nuggets, Anthony is sure he feels a difference in the crowd.?
Melo’s historic 62-point game in 2014 is an example of the loud mob tradition at the Knicks arena. From his midrange pullups to bank-shot threes, MSG was home to some of the best offensive play during Melo’s prime.?
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No one knows the crowd better than Anthony, considering his run with the Knicks and the historic moments he produced. What are your thoughts on this??
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