Carmelo Anthony’s on-air debut for NBC’s revived “NBA on NBC” package Monday night quickly sparked backlash over his wardrobe choice, with viewers flooding social platforms to mock what they called a “podcast outfit.”
The 10-time NBA All-Star appeared in the network’s studio for the first time on October 22, 2025, but many fans focused less on his analysis and more on the casual jacket-and-hoodie look he wore on set. Posts on X (formerly Twitter) described the ensemble as better suited for a streaming show than a national television broadcast and circulated side-by-side photos highlighting the contrast between Anthony’s attire and the more traditional suits worn by his co-hosts.
The former Knicks and Nuggets star has not publicly responded to the criticism. NBC also declined immediate comment on the reaction.
Source: New York Post
