After years in his dad’s shadow, Kiyan Anthony charts his own path to Syracuse while strengthening family bond

After years in his dad’s shadow, Kiyan Anthony charts his own path to Syracuse while strengthening family bond

Carmelo Anthony's opens up about following his NBA legend dad's footsteps

Carmelo Anthony and his son, Kiyan, watch the Don Bosco Prep Ironmen compete against the McEachern Indians in a game during the 50th annual City of Palms Classic at Suncoast Credit Union Arena in Fort Myers on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023. (Jonah Hinebaugh/Naples Daily News)

Kiyan Anthony of Long Island Lutheran drives toward the basket against Westminster Academy in the City of Palms Classic at Suncoast Credit Union Arena in Fort Myers on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023. (Amanda Inscore/The News-Press)

Syracuse Orange former player Carmelo Anthony (right) is presented his jersey by Syracuse Orange director of athletics Dr. Daryl Gross (left) at his number retirement ceremony during halftime of the game against the Georgetown Hoyas at the Carrier Dome. (Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports)