News of Carmelo Anthony’s induction into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame for the Class of 2025 has brought joy to many. With the news breaking, Kiyan Anthony seems more excited, which is perfectly understandable. This special moment promises to bring joy to his family and the fans.

Who Is Carmelo Anthony?
Carmelo Anthony is a former American professional basketball player. He played an impressive 19 seasons in the NBA and is a 10-time NBA All-Star and six-time All-NBA Team Member. He played college basketball for the Syracuse Orange and helped the team win the championship as a freshman in 2003.
Who Is Kiyan Anthony?
Kiyan is Carmelo Anthony’s son, born to his wife, Alani Nicole “La La” Anthony, in 2007. In November 2024, he announced he would join Syracuse to begin his college basketball career. Like his father, he has promised to hit the ground running and leave his mark on the team.
How Did Kiyan Anthony React to the Induction News?
Kiyan Anthony’s reaction has been nothing but joyful. At the end of his last match, he said he would have time to celebrate with his father and the whole family. He shared the announcement post on Instagram.
He said, “I’m going to have some time to celebrate with him now that the season is over. I’m just trying to get my family together and celebrate with him. It’s great. It was expected, though. He had a great career, and I look forward to celebrating with him and seeing where life takes him next.”
His words show how excited he is to celebrate his father’s achievement, promising a joyful family occasion. Fans can also celebrate this star on their own and contribute to the happiness of this basketball family.
Writing His Own Story
Kiyan now has the opportunity to write his own story at Syracuse and in the future. He has mentioned how committed he is to growing his career, and fans will hope his efforts yield good results. Carmelo Anthony is undoubtedly a star and legend, and Kiyan Anthony could surpass him if he learns from his father and puts in the work.
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His father’s story has shown that one can reach the peak of a career with a strong start in College Basketball. Diligence is needed; if Carmelo Anthony can do it, Kiyan Anthony can, too.
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