BREAKING: JOEL ANTHONY TO OPT-IN, WHAT ARE THE LEAGUE WIDE RAMIFICATIONS?

In an announcement that'll surely rock the NBA-twitterspehere, Joel Anthony announced today that he will be in fact keeping his unique ability to be large in Bean Town. A single statement, a million sighs of relief in the Boston area, and 29 other fan bases wondering what's next.

Per Alex Kennedy


Anthony (featured above) had taken the unusual step of making a public announcement at the Melrose Elks Club, with all proceeds to be donated to charity. 'It was a tough decision, but after meeting with my team and my family, I know I've made the right one' the Canadian big man explained to the crowd of 3.

With the first name off the board, it'll be interesting to see how the rest of the league will react.