Daily Archives: April 20, 2011

Carmelo Anthony (Getty)

Carmelo Anthony scored 42 points against the Boston Celtics in Game 2 last night. It’s the most he has ever scored in a playoff game.

But it’s not the first time he’s sunk at least 40 in the postseason. He’s done that twice before.

Here is today’s Sports List of The Day: Carmelo Anthony’s top 10 greatest playoff performances, in terms of points. It could wind up being updated before these playoffs end.

1. 42…2011 Apr 19 (Boston Celtics)

1. 42…2010 Apr 17 (Utah Jazz)

3. 41…2009 May 11 (Dallas Mavericks)

4. 39…2010 Apr 25 (Utah Jazz)

4. 39…2009 May 19 (LA Lakers)

6. 34…2009 May 21 (LA Lakers)

6. 34…2009 Apr 29 (NO Hornets)

8. 32…2010 Apr 19 (Utah Jazz)

8. 32…2011 Apr 24 (Boston Celtics) [update]

10. 31…2009 May 27 (LA Lakers)

10. 31…2009 May 9 (Dallas Mavericks)