As surprising as it is, many children don’t see their famous parents as idols. Remember how Ronaldo’s son is a Messi fan? The same is the case with Carmelo Anthony. Now Anthony and La La split in 2021, but continue to support their 17-year-old son on his basketball journey. In a recent post from Complex’s GOAT TALK, the mother-son duo was asked about who the greatest basketball player of all time is. And guess what? Kiyan did not choose his father Carmelo Anthony, which irked his mother. Instead, he looks up at Paul George.
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She also shared the most important advice that she repeats. “I just tell him to play hard play, play his best. The game comes with highs and lows. You’re not going to win every game, as long as you feel like you gave your best effort, that’s what matters.”
Carmelo and La La Anthony on raising their son
Both La La and Carmelo Anthony have always believed in their son’s potential. Without forcing him to change anything about himself, Kiyan also shared how his father does not push him to sign for any team. Rather, he asks him to carve out his own path to success in the NBA.
“My story has always been more than basketball. My legacy, my son, it’s in you. I will forever continue through you because the time has come for you to carry this torch. Chase your dreams, let nothing hold you back,” said Anthony.