New York Knicks star Carmelo Anthony has criticised the level of effort from the team during their struggles so far this season.

After losing their fourth straight game earlier this week, Amar'e Stoudemire questioned the effort being displayed by the team, and Anthony has echoed his sentiment.

"He has his opinion," Anthony told reporters.

"Sometimes we go out there and it's like we don't want to be out there. We're not giving effort like we're supposed to. As leader of the team, he had the right to step up to the plate."

The Knicks are currently 4-14 for the season as they continue to struggle to find consistency under rookie coach Derek Fisher.