Carmelo Anthony's Sister Michelle Dies

Carmelo Anthony, 26, has left the Denver Nuggets to be with his family following the death of his sister, Michelle Anthony, and will not rejoin the team until after Christmas.
Anthony said he will return to his team after Christmas. Their next game is Saturday at Oklahoma City.  Team officials confirm his absence from practice two days earlier was not connected to Michelle’s condition.
Denver Nuggets small forward  Carmelo Anthony has joined hi family to mourn the loss of his sister Michelle this week. Michelle Anthony passed on Tuesday due to a pre-existing condition in Baltimore. She leaves behind four children.
The Nuggets released the following statement regarding Carmelo Anthony and his sister: “Our entire organization supports Carmelo during this difficult time for him and his family. It is heartbreaking news, particularly during the holiday season.”