In his first interview since the Nuggets were eliminated from the playoffs by the Los Angeles Clippers, Carmelo Anthony endorsed out of favor forward Kenyon Martin's return to the team next season.

Anthony also suggested Denver will need more talent if it is to get past the first round, according to the Denver Post.

Asked if he thought Martin and coach George Karl could resolve their differences, Anthony replied: "Hopefully they work it out, but everybody's got to do what they've got to do....I would love to play with him."