The Nets are believed to be a legitimate contender for Nuggets forward Carmelo Anthony.

Anthony reportedly told Denver that he wants to be traded earlier this week. New general manager Masai Ujiri wants to meet with the All-Star forward and try to keep him.

"They have the pieces to trade and the draft picks," one NBA team executive said of the Nets. "He'd play for them. Yes, I do think the Nets have a legit shot."

Nets general manager Billy King refused to comment when pressed by The New York Post.

"I can't comment on trade rumors," King said.