The Knicks wanted to trade Carmelo Anthony to the Cavs, .

The report claims New York was trying to ship Anthony in a one-on-one player swap involving Kevin Love. The Cavs apparently weren't interested in the deal at all, and so talks came a stop. Both players are All-Star forwards, but Love is four years younger at 28.

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Anthony, of course, would have to waive his no-trade clause in order for any deal to happen.

Cleveland might be one of the few destinations Anthony would actually consider, as he and James are Banana Boat pals.

The trade talks likely surfaced due to James , saying the Cavs need to sign a playmaker. Melo actually responded to that comment, saying he would be a potential playmaker for the Cavs.

“You ask me a question if he thinks I’d want to play with him?' Yes. I do think he’d want me to play with him. I don’t think he wouldn’t. But I don’t know if that comment was about me. I don’t think I’m the only playmaker in the NBA," Anthony said, .