{
  "id": 14860399,
  "title": "Carmelo Anthony reveals pick for best 2-way player in the league today",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/carmelo-anthony-reveals-pick-for-best-2-way-player-in-the-league-today",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-16T03:27:27.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/carmelo-anthony-reveals-pick-best-032727260.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former NBA champion Carmelo Anthony has declared Jaylen Brown the best two-way player in the league today, surpassing even the league’s other top offensive and defensive talents. Brown, who recently joined the Philadelphia 76ers in a blockbuster trade from the Boston Celtics, is poised to make an impact from the outset of his Philadelphia tenure. Anthony’s praise centers on Brown’s ability to impact games on both ends of the floor, emphasizing that his defensive skills deserve more recognition than they currently receive. Anthony went so far as to suggest that, without the league's reigning defensive player of the year, Victor Wembanyama, Brown could earn the prestigious Defensive Player of the Year award. This assertion underscores the growing appreciation for Brown’s versatility, which has become increasingly evident following his standout 2025-26 season with the Boston Celtics. Last year, Brown averaged a career-high 28.7 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 5.1 assists, cementing his status as one of the NBA’s most dynamic offensive players. The 2024 NBA Finals MVP also brings invaluable championship experience to a Philadelphia roster already featuring NBA superstars LeBron James, Joel Embiid, and Tyrese Maxey. Brown’s addition has already generated significant buzz, with the veteran forward expressing his determination to help the Sixers win another championship following his departure from Boston. Anthony’s comments further elevate expectations for Brown’s upcoming campaign, underscoring that his unique blend of scoring and defensive versatility makes him the premier two-way player in basketball.",
  "summary": "NBA legend Carmelo Anthony believes Jaylen Brown is the best two-way player in basketball, placing the Philadelphia 76ers star above the league’s other elite offensive and defensive talents. Anthony’s endorsement comes as Brown prepares for his first season in Philadelphia after the blockbuster trade that sent him from the Boston Celtics to the […] The post Carmelo Anthony reveals pick for best…",
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  "coverage": {
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}