Nuggets Forward Anthony Suspended For One Game

The Denver Post, citing sources, said Anthony was suspended by the team for refusing to come out of Sunday's game at Indiana.

The Denver Post, citing sources, said Anthony was suspended by the team for refusing to come out of Sunday's game at Indiana.

"There is a code of conduct that we take very seriously, especially from a leader and co-captain," Nuggets Vice President of Player Personnel Rex Chapman said in a statement.

"Carmelo knows this and regrets what happened. He is a very competitive person and made a poor decision in the heat of the moment.

"We look forward to having him back on Thursday and will have no further comment at this time."

Anthony, a six-year NBA veteran, is Denver's leading scorer averaging 21.6 points per game this season. He will sit out Tuesday's game at Detroit.