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Carmelo Anthony said he'd like Mike Woodson back next season.

By Seth
Apr. 8, 2012; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks head coach Mike Woodson and small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) on the sidelines during the first half against the Chicago Bulls at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Debby Wong-US PRESSWIRE
Apr. 8, 2012; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks head coach Mike Woodson and small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) on the sidelines during the first half against the Chicago Bulls at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Debby Wong-US PRESSWIRE

ESPN sat Carmelo Anthony down with Hannah Storm for one of their "let's sit in chairs in front of out-of-focus backdrops and really get to the bottom of things, guys" interviews. That link includes video of (part of) their exchange. Melo was asked the following question:

"Would you like to see Mike Woodson be the coach beyond this season? Is he the best man for the Knicks?"

And he answered:

"Absolutely. I'm a big supporter of what Coach Woodson has done-- his approach to the game and what he gets out of all his players, even me. He holds everybody accountable and that's what we need."

Even Melo! So, that's a thing. Right now, I can't even fathom a future beyond the upcoming playoffs, but I'm happy to hear that Melo likes his coach, and I imagine you'd hear a similar vote of confidence from most of the Knicks. Their performance-- and especially their resilience-- since Woodson became coach certainly suggests that they're responding well to their new leader.

So, that's out there. Take it as you please.

Update: A thing from Adam Zagoria:

At , Amar'e says he would like to see Woodson back next year & Melo reiterates his comments on it

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