Updated: January 14, 2012, 1:54 pm ET

Knicks to be without F Anthony on Saturday

By HOOPSWORLD
Basketball News & NBA Rumors

A sprained ankle will force New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony to miss Saturday night’s game against the host Oklahoma City Thunder.Anthony left Thursday’s game against the Memphis Grizzlies after making contact with an opponent and twisting his ankle.X-rays came back negative, but it still doesn’t feel good enough for the 27-year-old to take the court against the Thunder.Anthony is hoping to return Monday against the visiting Orlando Magic.Bill Walker will take his spot in the starting lineup.Anthony is averaging 25.5 points and 6.2 rebounds in 11 games.

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