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Ryan Wolstat: Anthony Carter considered New York, Chicago, Denver, but chose Toronto. More minutes and leadership role Twitter

Chicago Bulls, Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks, Toronto Raptors, Free Agency, Anthony Carter 

Dwane has been raving about Jamaal Magloire with respect to practice habits, teaching ability and leadership and I know they expect the same thing from Anthony Carter, who I’m told is a consummate pro who is familiar with Casey from the time they spent together in Minnesota and who can be an extension of a coach in the locker room and on the bench. Toronto Star

Minnesota Timberwolves, Jamaal Magloire, Anthony Carter 

Aaron J. Lopez: Free agent Anthony Carter says he's not sure where he'll play this season but would welcome return to #Nuggets. Twitter

Denver Nuggets, Free Agency, Anthony Carter 

Point guard Anthony Carter is a free agent and intrigued the coaching staff. They could buy out Renaldo Balkman's final two years. The oft-injured Ronny Turiaf has a player option of $4.3 million that he's likely to exercise, but the Knicks also could buy him out. Rookie point guard Andy Rautins also may be released to open a roster spot. New York Post

New York Knicks, Free Agency, Ronny Turiaf, Anthony Carter, Renaldo Balkman, Andy Rautins 

Speaking of (Anthony) Carter, he told me before the series that he wasn't sure what was next for his career after this season. Rod Boone asked him if he would want to come back to the Knicks. Carter did show a lot of toughness and savvy and could be a valuable veteran to have down the bench. Newsday

New York Knicks, Anthony Carter 

The Knicks lost, 101-89, Sunday and were swept from the Eastern Conference playoffs. But they did not go down without a fight, and Carter was the main reason why. Carter helped slow down Rajon Rondo and sparked a dramatic second-half comeback that fell short. "I was just sick and tired of seeing (Rondo) walk the ball up the court and come down and shoot all series," Carter said. "That was my whole mind-set when I went into the game, try and turn it up and make him do something different than he had done all series." New York Daily News

Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, Rajon Rondo, Anthony Carter 

Chris Tomasson: Anthony Carter safe from a candidate to be waived by NY after he had nice game Sunday. Said Knicks won't hesitate to play 2 points same time Twitter

New York Knicks, Anthony Carter 

Chris Tomasson: Just talked to Anthony Carter. Said waived no-trade clause in Melo deal because wants to become a coach, didn't want to "burn any bridges.'' Twitter

New York Knicks, Trade, Carmelo Anthony, Coaching, Anthony Carter 

Alex Kennedy: New York could decide to buyout Anthony Carter instead of Renaldo Balkman, says source. Twitter

New York Knicks, Anthony Carter, Renaldo Balkman 

Chris Mannix: Anthony Carter confirmed that he did have a full no trade clause. Said he never thought of exercising it because "Melo wanted New York." Twitter

New York Knicks, Trade, Anthony Carter 

Anthony will sign the contract extension to complete the deal, which sends four players and three draft picks to Denver in exchange for Melo, point guard Chauncey Billups and reserves Anthony Carter, Shelden Williams and Renaldo Balkman. Denver Post

Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks, Trade, Chauncey Billups, Shelden Williams, Anthony Carter, Renaldo Balkman 

Nothing is official yet, and Nuggets executives have rarely spoken publicly about their intentions during the drawn-out trade talks. But sources have said Denver is discussing a blockbuster trade that would send not only Melo to New Jersey but also all-star guard Chauncey Billups, in addition to unloading Al Harrington and expendable bench players such as Anthony Carter and Shelden Williams. Denver Post

Denver Nuggets, Trade, Carmelo Anthony, Chauncey Billups, Al Harrington, Shelden Williams, Anthony Carter 

If Carter were 10 or 12 years younger, he might be considered an understudy, analyzing the game and waiting for an opportunity to contribute. Instead, he’s preparing to make the transition to a coaching career. Carter said he is going to start sitting in on coaches meetings to get a feel for what goes into daily preparation for practices and games. During games, he frequently talks to his teammates about defensive adjustments that need to be made. “I believe he wants to be a coach. It’s in his DNA,” Hunt said. “I think he’s going to make a really good coach.” NBA.com

Coaching, Anthony Carter 

Chris Tomasson: Nuggets Anthony Carter who hasn’t played this season said George Karl told him he’s definitely No 3 point guard and just needed as insurance Twitter

Denver Nuggets, George Karl, Anthony Carter 

For the third consecutive offseason, Anthony Carter signed a one-year, league-minimum deal with the Nuggets, doing so Wednesday with power forward Shelden Williams, who comes to Denver by way of Boston. The 6-foot-9, 250-pound Williams, who played sparingly for the Eastern Conference champion Celtics, will make $915,852, as set by the minimum contract pay scale. Carter, who backed up Chauncey Billups and Ty Lawson last season, will make $1.352 million. Denver Post

Denver Nuggets, Free Agency, Shelden Williams, Anthony Carter 

"Denver is a great fit for Shelden because they need frontcourt help," said Williams' agent, Lee Melchionni. "He provides an element of toughness, rebounding and intangibles. . . . And being able to play in the playoffs is an experience that you take with you to any team that you go to." Denver Post

Denver Nuggets, Free Agency, Shelden Williams, Anthony Carter 

The Nuggets made two more moves on Wednesday to solidify their bench. A league source told ESPN.com's John Hollinger that the team has agreed to terms with forward Shelden Williams and guard Anthony Carter and is expected to sign both later in the day. Both deals would be for the league's veteran minimum salary. ESPN.com

Denver Nuggets, Free Agency, Shelden Williams, Anthony Carter 

The Nuggets bolstered their front court Wednesday by agreeing to terms with Al Harrington and Shelden Williams, while also bringing back one of their own free agents, guard Anthony Carter, people with knowledge of the deals confirmed to CBSSports.com. In giving the full mid-level exception to Harrington -- five years, $34 million -- the Nuggets are now out of the running to match the Raptors' four-year. $18.8 million offer sheet for restricted free agent Linas Kleiza. Harrington, 29, is a good teammate and proven scorer whose presence will help the Nuggets survive the absence of injured big men Kenyon Martin and Chris "Birdman" Andersen at the start of the 2010-11 season. But Harrington's erratic, often puzzling offensive play could present a problem for a Denver team that already has its share of free spirits. CBSSports.com

Denver Nuggets, Free Agency, Shelden Williams, Anthony Carter