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Melo: I want a 'bulletproof legacy'

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ESPN The Magazine: Carmelo Anthony Prepares For Life After The NBA (2:59)

Carmelo Anthony talks about his business ventures in the tech world as he prepares for life after basketball. (2:59)

New York Knicks star Carmelo Anthony doesn't want his legacy to be defined solely by wins and losses -- he wants to be known as more than a basketball player when his career ends.

"What I really want is a bulletproof legacy," Anthony told ESPN The Magazine. "How can I be known for being a visionary, for being truly great?"

The Magazine has a fascinating look at Anthony's business pursuits, his long-term goals and the legacy he'd like to leave.

He told the Magazine he doesn't like being defined by the success or failure of his team.

"People say every year is the one that will determine if I'm great or terrible, if I've met expectations or been a disappointment," Anthony says in the story. "To be honest with you, I'm tired of it."

To read the full story and see the video of Anthony's interview, click here and here.

Question: How would you define Carmelo's legacy at this point?

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