After the Portland Trail Blazers lost to the New Orleans Pelicans (115-128) they currently stand still in 9th place in the Western Conference (W25 L32). Carmelo Anthony until now stays positive on earning a spot in NBA play-offs. The Memphis Grizzlies are main rivals for that spot (W28 L28).
The 35 years veteran scored 20 PTS against the Pelicans.