After the Cleveland Cavaliers traded Kyrie Irving to the Boston Celtics, all eyes are on Carmelo Anthony's future with the New York Knicks. With the 10-time All-Star reportedly eyeing the Houston Rockets, it is unclear what direction the Knicks will go in with a new front office.

According to Marc Berman of New York Post, it appears president Steve Mills and general manager Scott Perry will not be buying out Anthony's contract anytime soon:

The chance of Anthony being bought out anytime soon by the new Knicks front office headed by president Steve Mills is slim.

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While the Rockets can begin to offer Ryan Anderson's remaining three-year, $60 million deal, the Knicks are hoping Anthony will expand his list. Despite interest from numerous teams like the Cleveland Cavaliers, New Orleans Pelicans, and Portland Trail Blazers, Anthony is only willing to waive his no-trade clause to join Chris Paul and James Harden.

Should this remain the case, a team like the Blazers could help facilitate a three-team trade where Moe Harkless has reportedly been discussed and would be reunited with Perry after their time together with the Orlando Magic.

With Anthony looking to play for a contender at this stage of his career, it will be interesting if he is on the opening night roster against the Oklahoma City Thunder. As for the Knicks, trading him for pieces would allow them to embrace a full rebuild around Kristaps Porzingis.