NBA Fans were quick to make jokes online after Patrick Beverley revealed that a potential “Big Three” in Houston nearly happened years ago.
According to @TheDunkCentral, “Pat Bev reveals that prime Melo almost joined the Rockets to form a Big 3 with Harden and Dwight, but it didn’t happen because Jeremy Lin was still on the team.”
Pat Bev reveals that prime Melo almost joined the Rockets to form a Big 3 with Harden and Dwight, but it didn’t happen because Jeremy Lin was still on the team 😅
(🎥 @hoopinghollerin )
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) November 9, 2025
The reaction across social media was instant and ruthless.
One user, @D4DDYD4K, joked, “Harden, Melo, Howard ‘big three’ maybe in weight,” taking a jab at all three stars’ reputations for being physically heavy at that stage of their careers. NBA Fans flooded the comments with throwback memes, calling it the “slowest fast break in NBA history.”
Meanwhile, @TravisLeskey added a bit of nostalgia with a dig at Carmelo’s New York legacy: “New York loved Jeremy Lin way more than they ever liked Carmelo Anthony. Jeremy Lin ran New York.”
Many NBA Fans agreed, pointing out how Lin’s short but electric run during “Linsanity” still gets more affection than Melo’s entire Knicks tenure.
The thought of a Houston lineup with Harden, Howard, and Anthony would’ve been massive on paper but questionable in chemistry. NBA Fans noted how that trio could’ve either dominated or collapsed faster than a halftime lead. It’s the kind of “what if” moment that fuels basketball debates even today.
Carmelo eventually took different paths, while the Rockets’ own version of the “Big Three” faded without much success. For NBA Fans, it’s another example of how some dream teams are better left as punchlines than realities.
NBA Fans Debate Carmelo Anthony’s Parenting Style After Son Kiyan’s Streetball-Inspired Game
While Carmelo Anthony’s name trended for almost joining Houston’s “Big Three,” NBA Fans also found a new topic around his son, Kiyan Anthony. A viral video showing the younger Anthony dominating a high school game sparked a debate about his upbringing and style.
@BigKnickEnergy_ praised Melo’s approach, saying, “The reason why Kiyan Anthony is shining is cause Melo didn’t keep his kid sheltered. He [threw] him out in the streets of New York and let him hoop OUTSIDE.”
The reason why Kiyan Anthony is shining is cause Melo didn’t keep his kid sheltered. He through him out in the streets of New York and let him hoop OUTSIDE.
Boy got that NY hoop game to him. pic.twitter.com/E2iSSwnaIl
— Big Knick Energy (@BigKnickEnergy_) November 9, 2025
Many NBA Fans agreed, saying Kiyan’s confidence came from learning the toughness of streetball culture. But not everyone bought that narrative.
@DreAllDay countered, “Nothing about this video confirms your assertion. A player can learn these exact same skills that he displays here, playing in air-conditioned gyms. There’s nothing ‘street’ about his play style.”
Others, like @Salttown, added a dose of realism: “It’s Delaware St. let’s calm down.”
NBA Fans split into two sides—those who see outdoor basketball as a character builder and those who believe talent comes from structure, not scenery. The debate reflects how fans still view Carmelo’s old-school mindset and whether it shaped his son’s current rise.
It isn’t just about training style. For NBA Fans, it’s about legacy—how Carmelo’s name and approach to the game continue to influence the next generation, whether through highlight reels or hard pavement lessons.
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