Kiyan Anthony Named MVP at Hoophall Classic

Kiyan Anthony, son of Carmelo Anthony, was named MVP at the Hoophall Classic after leading Long Island Lutheran to a 63-57 victory over AZ Compass Prep. Anthony scored 17 points, shot 5-for-10 from the field, and was perfect from the free-throw line. His performance drew praise from his parents, La La and Carmelo Anthony, and NBA star LeBron James, who considers Kiyan like family. This milestone comes as Kiyan prepares for his freshman year at Syracuse University, following in his father's footsteps. Anthony's development as a player has been noted by his coach, emphasizing his evolving skills both offensively and defensively. The victory was significant as it ended a losing streak against AZ Compass Prep, marking an upward trajectory for Long Island Lutheran.