Anthony stopped on suspicion of DUI

DENVER, April 14 (UPI) -- Denver Nuggets star forward Carmelo Anthony was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol, his attorney said Monday.

Anthony was stopped late Sunday after the Nuggets 111-94 defeat of Houston. Anthony, who is averaging 25.8 points a game this season, scored 11 against the Rockets.

"Carmelo was pulled over ... on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol," attorney Dan Recht said. "He cooperated by consenting to a blood test, the results of which will not be available for approximately two weeks. There was no accident and no one was hurt."

Recht said Anthony regrets the incident.

"In the meantime, Carmelo will try to stay focused on his family and his team. Carmelo apologizes to his fans, the Denver community, his teammates and the Nuggets organization for the distraction this is causing them."

Anthony is averaging 25.8 points a game this season.

"We are aware of the situation involving Carmelo Anthony," said Mark Warkentien, the Nuggets' vice president of basketball operations. "We are currently gathering information and will have no further comment at this time."