Knicks legend gives key advice to Russell Wilson on his arrival in New York

In an effort to return to the NFL’s elite, the New York Giants made a notable move by signing Russell Wilson as their new QB. The sports world in this iconic city was buzzing with excitement, especially a historic former player from the New York Knicks.

Carmelo Anthony was an outstanding player in the Big Apple for several consecutive seasons, and today, far from his professional playing days, he enjoys the sport from a different perspective. After the news of Wilson’s arrival broke, he didn’t hesitate to express his excitement about it.

In a recent conversation with Sports Illustrated’s Conor Orr, the former Seahawks and Broncos player revealed the conversation he had with the former Team USA Olympic medalist, who assured him that New York will be a great place for him in this new challenge.

“Me and Carmelo were talking about this,” Wilson said. “He’s like, ‘Man, this is the perfect place for you to reestablish and have everybody realize who Russell Wilson really is, by not just how you play on the field, but what you do, the community and different things that you’re able to impact.’ “And people, it doesn’t get any bigger than New York City.”

Former New York Knicks player Carmelo Anthony attends game two of the Eastern Conference Semifinals between the New York Knicks and the Miami Heat at Madison Square Garden on May 02, 2023 in New York City.

Excitement for a new challenge

After his most recent stint with the Pittsburgh Steelers — where his performance fell short both on the field and statistically — Wilson now has a new opportunity to showcase his talent, this time with the New York Giants.

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In a conversation with the media, the veteran QB and Super Bowl champion with the Seahawks expressed his excitement about this new challenge. He emphasized that he’s in peak physical condition and eager to do things right alongside head coach Brian Daboll and his new teammates.

“Honestly, I feel like I’m 25 years old all over again,” Wilson said. “And I think part of that is just physically I feel great. Mentally, I feel amazing in terms of, It’s possible. You know what I mean? And I think ultimately, a big part of it is the people you’re around, the players, the coaching staff, the mentality of the guys. And then being in the city. The energy of it is for people that like to be fast-paced, which is me.”