http://www.denverpost.com/nuggets/ci_5023778 Carmelo named player of the year By Demetria Gallegos Denver Post Staff Writer Article Last Updated: 01/16/2007 10:11:49 AM MST The Denver Nuggets' Carmelo Anthony was selected the 2006 USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year by USA Basketball today. Anthony was the USA's leading scorer at the 2006 FIBA World Championship, averaging nearly 20 points per game. He was the only American named to the five-man All-Tournament Team, where Team USA won the bronze. "I'm very honored to receive this award," Anthony said. in a statement. "I worked extremely hard over the summer to prepare because I take great pride in playing for my country. I also want to thank my teammates. Anthony said he looks forward to playing for the gold medal in 2008. "The USA Basketball Executive Committee identified a well-deserving athlete for this award," said USA Basketball Executive Director Jim Tooley. "Carmelo was a team tri-captain and the USA's leading scorer. The honor positions Anthony for the 2006 U.S. Olympic Committee award, which will be announced later this month. -- 賀一下！ 希望 Melo 回來後繼續努力，打好每一場球！ --

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