Cole Anthony, a former North Carolina Tar Heels guard, has agreed to a one‑year contract with Melbourne United of Australia’s National Basketball League, marking the latest step in a six‑year NBA odyssey that included stints with the Orlando Magic and the Milwaukee Bucks.
A New Chapter in Melbourne
During his breakout 2021‑22 season with Orlando, Anthony posted 16.3 points, 5.4 rebounds and 5.7 assists per game, shooting 34.3 percent from three‑point range, numbers that helped cement his reputation as a versatile playmaker.
The 6‑foot‑2 guard said the move represents “a great opportunity to grow as a player and compete for a championship,” expressing confidence that the club’s new head coach Jacob Chance will provide the structure needed to contend for the title.
Under Chance’s guidance, Melbourne United is reshaping its roster to blend youthful talent with seasoned veterans, aiming to translate its offseason preparations into a genuine title run in the upcoming NBL season.
Anthony’s signing also underscores a broader trend of former NBA players seeking fresh challenges overseas, a migration that not only enriches the league’s competition but also offers veteran stars new platforms to showcase their skills.