Vince Carter

NBA Legend

NBA Superstar / Dunk King / 8-time All-Star

Born: January 26, 1977 | Position: Shooting Guard/Small Forward

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Expert Tip: Vince Carter revolutionized dunking in the NBA and played an unprecedented 22 seasons, earning the nickname "Half Man, Half Amazing."

Career Highlights

11998-99 NBA Rookie of the Year

Won Rookie of the Year with the Toronto Raptors averaging 18.3 points per game.

22000 NBA Slam Dunk Champion

Delivered the greatest dunk contest performance in NBA history.

38-time NBA All-Star

Selected to All-Star games from 2000-2007, starting five times.

425,728 career points

Ranked 20th on the NBA's all-time scoring list when he retired.

522 NBA seasons played

Holds the record for most NBA seasons played in league history.

Expert Tip: Carter's longevity was remarkable - he played in four different decades (1990s, 2000s, 2010s, and 2020s).

12000 Olympics Dunk Over 7'2" Frédéric Weis

The "Dunk of Death" is considered the greatest in-game dunk ever.

22001 Playoffs Dunk Over Dikembe Mutombo

Powerfully dunked over the 4-time Defensive Player of the Year.

32008 Alley-Oop to Himself Off Backboard

Showcased his creativity with this incredible self-alley-oop.

1Toronto Raptors (1998-2004)

Became a global superstar and put Canadian basketball on the map.

2New Jersey Nets (2004-2009)

Formed a "Big Three" with Jason Kidd and Richard Jefferson.

3Orlando Magic (2009-2010)

Helped lead the Magic to the Eastern Conference Finals.

4Dallas Mavericks (2011-2014)

Hit one of the biggest shots in franchise history - a Game 3 buzzer-beater against the Spurs in the 2014 playoffs.

5Memphis Grizzlies (2014-2017)

Became a veteran leader and mentor for young players.

6Sacramento Kings (2017-2018)

Continued to contribute as a valuable role player.

7Atlanta Hawks (2018-2020)

Played his final NBA season at age 43, setting the longevity record.

Expert Tip: Carter is the only player in NBA history to play in four different decades, showcasing his incredible adaptability and fitness.