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Kiyan Anthony, son of former NBA star Carmelo Anthony, is a four-star prospect in the 2025 recruiting class. Accordingly, the 6-foot-5 shooting guard has already received several scholarship offers, including from prominent programs like Syracuse University, where his father played. According to 247Sports, Anthony is ranked among the top 100 recruits in his class.
Kiyan Anthony is ranked 36th in ESPN's 100 list for the 2025 class with an 87 rating (scout grade). Playing at Long Island Lutheran High School, he has showcased his skills in various competitive circuits, including the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL). During the Peach Jam tournament, he averaged around 21.8 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game.
Kiyan Anthony is carving his own path in High School Basketball
Kiyan has competed with Team Melo squad on the EYBL circuit, where Carmelo Anthony has been a visible supporter in the stands. His performance and competitive drive have impressed scouts, and he's noted for his shooting range and court awareness, traits he likely picked up from his father.
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Anthony spoke about his perspective on not living a normal life on Unapologetically Angel's episode on September 31.
He said, "it depends on where I'm at. Like at the tournaments, I can't walk outside. I can't even go. I got to walk through the gym with a bunch of people because it gets crazy. But when I'm in Brooklyn with my friends, I can walk around because I know everybody. In New York, if you are from the area, you're going to be cool with everybody" (14:25)
Kiyan’s journey into high school basketball has drawn attention due to his NBA lineage, and his path toward potentially following in Carmelo Anthony's footsteps is one many are watching. As he develops further, college programs and fans alike will be eager to see how he evolves and if he eventually makes his way to the professional level.
No. 9 among shooting guards in his class, Kiyan Anthony has shown that he’s more than just Carmelo Anthony's son. He's a promising player in his own right, with a future that could see him taking his talents to the college level and beyond.
Kiyan Anthony is gearing up for his final high school season at Long Island Lutheran High in New York, where he’s expected to make a huge impact. As a four-star shooting guard, he’s been a standout for both his high school and Team Melo on the AAU circuit, with his sharpshooting and court vision impressing scouts.
Looking ahead, Kiyan is considering college offers from Syracuse, Auburn, and USC. According to On3’s Joe Tipton, Kiyan plans to announce his college commitment on November 15, 2024, in an episode of his father Carmelo’s podcast, 7PM in Brooklyn, drawing even more attention to his promising career.
