Carmelo Anthony Says He Urged Knicks to Pursue Offensive Rebound in Game 4 Win

Knicks legend Carmelo Anthony said he shouted instructions to players before their final possession in the 107-106 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday. Anthony, now an NBC Sports broadcaster, was courtside and told ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne he repeatedly yelled “The offensive rebound is there!” during the timeout when the Knicks trailed by one point.

Brunson missed a deep three-pointer that drew Victor Wembanyama out of the paint. OG Anunoby secured the offensive rebound and scored with 1.2 seconds remaining. Anthony said he made eye contact with players and continued urging someone to crash the boards. The Knicks won 107-106.

Anthony spent seven seasons with the Knicks after a 2011 trade. He earned seven All-Star selections, won the 2012-13 scoring title, and set the franchise single-game scoring record with 62 points in 2014. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in September 2025. The Knicks lead the series 3-1 and will host Game 5 in San Antonio on Saturday at 8:30 p.m. ET.