Vince Carter reflects on his 22-year career and sits down to watch a special tribute from the NBA family.
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The Last Superstar of the 90’s. It is officially the end of that generation. Enjoy Retirement Vince, well deserved.
How old are we? I remember just yesterday him and Kobe battling it out.
Travis Williams For reals. AI, TMac, Carter, Kobe. Those were the times.
2kVue123 these youngins just don’t know.
i agree bro..
Dude was drafted in 98’, how was he a “superstar from the 90’s” when he barely even player in the 90’s
The slam dunk contest trophy 🏆 should be in his name
Knoda Basketball but DWade can’t be the judge lol
The Vince Carter Dunk Contest Award sounds pretty nice
@Knoda Pretty good idea!!!!
Vince Carter Award would be 🔥🔥🔥🔥
That would be for the best or dunk of the season.
this is the saddest send off to a superstar, no live audience. Farewell Vinsanity
its unreal man, i felt bad for him
The NBA Kia dunk contest award should be, the “Vince Carter NBA Dunk Contest Award”
100% agree.
yeah i feel like adam silver should take this into consideration. good point bud
Absolutely! (Sponsor) Vince Carter Slam Dunk Contest. Since his jersey is #15, top prize is $15,000
really Ja? a "top 5 dunker"?? Vince is THE BEST dunker in the history of the game period.
That's true nelliel tu. Agree for that
He's a dookie what expect?
We wouldn’t be here without Vince. Thank you for being a friend and a hero!
This comment is so underrated.
I remember your first videos man... Almost 20 years ago.
Only thing missing in his resume is a championship, but that does not take away his greatness and HOF status. Legend!!! ✅✔
Olympic champion
How is he a HOF? He was good for a couple years then became just above average & worse. Probably one of the most overrated players of all-time.
@@OC.TINYYY In your opinion which in my opinion is not a great opinion
@@duncanspurs5436 havent seen this kind of response in a while. very well mannered.
Kevin P. Your buggin and that’s facts not opinion bozo
The feeling knowing your jersey’s gonna be retired in multiple arenas makes my heart happy. Well earned Vince.
It’ll be Toronto first
They showed none of his scoring feats only lobs and dunks it’s a shame how he’s been type casted only as a dunker. This guy is one of the best scorers the nba has ever seen. One of the most electrifying and charismatic players the game has ever seen. Should be recognised.
Exactly! One of the best shooting guards, one of the best scorers AND shooters!
💯🤦♂️
Tbh vince was good but he wasn't dominating the league
They showed alot of 3s. I wish they showed the Mavericks and Grizzles game winners.
I completely agree. This video was a disservice to what he accomplished. He was so much more than the greatest dunker of all time
Vince is one of the OG's man. Wanted to play until he literally couldn't. Even Kobe wanted to walk out on his own terms. Vince didn't care about legacy or leaving when it looked good.. he just loved the game.
It's been two years and this farewell video on his retirement still put tears in my eyes.
I still can't believe he didn't win a championship after being who he was. I still remember" Good bye Michael, hello Vince".
Didn't he won with the mavs?
No sadly
He literally left 1 or 2 years before the Mavs won their first chip
That's tuff
The league wanted Kobe to be another MJ at his time. Too bad
H.O.F , best dunker I've seen , people forget how he was a great scorer with New Jersey Nets.
@Real it's funny you say because I have his rookie card 1998 5th pick by the GSW and traded to Toronto for Jamison
@Real chill out guy. Everyone remembers Vince in Toronto. He's saying, most people forget he was still good in New Jersey as well...
Vc was a monster in New Jersey though!
Did you see VeeeeCeeee!! Man i miss the nj arena announcer after every Vince Carter highlight.
@@oscarsanz4434 haha yes! I was watching some old NJ highlights and I kept hearing that , brings back memories
Storied/Decorated Career. His accolades and Legacy will not be forgotten. Best dunker of ALL-TIME not to mention his 3pt shot has always been so Underated. #ThankYouVince
yep! 6th all time 3s made! thats crazy for athlete like him. super tuff
GOAT of dunking
@@doedoebird6614 I didn't know that! That's wild.
thornheart86 yep!!
田中Tanaka facts! He posterized so many guys in his career lol
Coronavirus made it where he couldn't finish out his final season, as well as get an in-person tribute, inside an arena, in front of players, coaches and fans. I hope when his HOF eligibility arrives 5 years from now, that he will be able to give his speech inside a packed venue, full of NBA alumni and fans.
Half man, half amazing, 100% heart. Well said Mark Cuban.
As a Raptors fan from day one, let me just say the respect I earned for this man throughout his career is unparalleled. From the ups and downs, From loving him, to hating him, to loving him again. From the injuries where you'd think his career would be cut short to being the longest tenured player in nba history. This mans career DEMANDS respect. Through it all, just know that Toronto loves you Vince! We all love you. a true legend of the game, someone whose love for the game cannot be questioned, dedication cannot be question. What a career. Now you are with the greats Vince, your legacy will live forever. Thank you for everything.
Thank you! I 100% agree!🙏🏀💪
Give the man his ROSES
From love to hate to love again! Long Live 🇨🇦
Time for his statue and jersey to be raised in Toronto. #thankyouVince
I’m the all the spoke interview he said Toronto was getting frustrated with him and Toronto decided to part ways with him. He said if you don’t want me then it’s okay trade me don’t try and punish me
22 years, 4 different decades. Half Man, Half Amazing! What a career!
22 years cannot be 4 decades man, please learn to count to three
@@duleopasni 90s 00s 10s 20s
Idiot
@@Mockingbird262 20s are from 21-30
@@Mockingbird262 so if you are 22 years old you're in your fourth decade?
As a Kings fan I have to give him props for being such a professional during his time in Sacramento. We're easily the most dysfunctional franchise in the league. Spending a season here without having a mental breakdown is what makes him a GOAT to me.
916 in this, you remember the Mitch Richmond era? I think Spud Webb was the first b-ball poster I ever had.
Vince is my last NBA hero. I'm getting older and I can't idolize players like I did 20 years ago.
I mean, we’re either the same age or older than all the players now so of course we don’t look up to them (figuratively) like when we were kids.
Nah, they just dont make like this one anymore.
Facts end of an era but everything has a beginning in the middle an ending 20 years went by quick I'm trying to to think who's the oldest player now Vince is gone, I think Jamal Crawford Could be the oldest players currently still playing
In every dictionary, the word "Dunk" will always have a picture of Vince Carter beside it as a visual example.
The G.O.A.T of dunking! NO DOUBT!
Was watching from the Philippines 🇵🇭 year 2000, I still remember vividly how amazing his dunks were during the Slam Dunk contest where he won. “It’s Over! It’s over!”
Literally has been on the NBA for over half of his life. Legend.
It would be amazing if he ended his career on the Raptors and make that last dunk but this will do. #ThankyouVince
@TheRealist 811 i know he can do it easily right now. He will probably be able to windmill like a kid for many more years. He is indead one of the greatest players to have ever played the game.
Chills, Chills, Chills, near tears. Given the context, having lost Mamba etc. Man we'll miss the 2000's era. #LEGEND.
Who dislike this man? U definetly dont know basketball... THANKS VINCE !!!!
As a young kid I always feared this day... Never wanted Vince to retire but he stuck around a lot longer than anyone expected and my favourite player of all time played more seasons than anyone else ever and I'm still very very sad that his career is done 😢 wish he would play forever
Imagine after this he's like wellllll... I kinda wanna keep playing.
I hope he come back
He’s like nah i aint got nuff this!
Lol he aint getting a part 2 of this haha
This man was the reason I started playing. It’s been a huge part of my life. Thank you Vince🙏
Have to give credit when credit is due. Growing up in Vancouver, hockey was the main sport. Vince was the reason why I got into basketball. I remembered I would imitate all his moves and played like him. I even did 360 spikes when playing volleyball. Thank you Vince for inspiring me and being a part of my childhood.
not only a great dunker, he was an amazing mid range and 3 pts shooter. Deserves to be in the hall of fame for how much joy brought to the people in that era
Now Toronto should hire him as part of their management
He'll probably join TNT or any other NBA broadcast as commentator or analyst. Said that would be the most intriguing part of the game after his active career.
Could be possible but I think with his experience and knowledge. Being part of an organization or coaching staff would best fit him. There's enough analyst from former NBA players
Toronto will be retire his jersey
Idk. From what I've observed, Raps fans hate him for years due to the way he left the franchise two decades back.
He should be the gm of the raptors
I definitely shed tears watching this because I’m such a fan of Vince. Dude had a great career. He was the reason why I loved the game of basketball. My favorite number is 15 because of him.
90’s era basketball players were just next level, Vince a HOF’er no doubt. Watching this made me miss Kobe even more. Stay safe y’all!
Vince completely deserves to be the last 90s player. He is the best dunker in the whole world, all time, period. Half-man, half-amazing. If he was lucky to have a good partner in crime (I.e. T-Mac staying at Toronto) he could’ve had like 3-6 rings.. he has been lucky in his young years in terms of injuries, but no one is immune to injuries in professional sports unfortunately.. he recovered like a super human, it’s sad to see this legend go.. he was one of those people that changed the NBA and basketball world-wide forever. Inspirational.
3:37 Who the heck said top 5 dunker? That's disrespectful. He's definitely no.1 dunker all time.
That dweeb Ja Morant. Up until now I was a fan of his, but not today. That was utter disrespect to the greatest dunker of all time. Such a shame and what a classless thing to say.
id say him or dr j
@PoeticJustice I get what you mean, but if he said Top 3 I wouldn't be mad, but Top 5, he means there's a possibility that there are 4 more players better at dunking that VC. I think the only guy that can be argued as the best dunker of all time is Dominique Wilkins, but Nique is more of a power dunker while VC has both power and style.
Vince, Nique, Kemp, Dr J, Blake Griffin would be my top 5 for in game dunkers. Hard to put any of those other 4 over VC, though. Was kind of in a class of his own in that regard.
I'm not bothered by it. For me VC is easily number one, but maybe Morant is a cat that doesn't wanna be absolute with his assessment. Or maybe he prefers pure power dunkers, in which case you're probably ranking Nique, Shaq and Kemp above him. It's really no big deal...I would love to hear his list tho lol.
Much love and respect to Vince Carter.
End of an Era, for sure.. Will miss you, always head low to the court as you entered to soak it up and get ready.. Tnx Vince.
One of the most memorable Vince Carter moments was when he was playing with the national team during the 2000 olympic games. He jumped over France's 7'2" center to dunk. That dunk received it's own name around the world, "le dunk de la mort" or "the dunk of death". Thank you Vince for what you contributed to basketball and your positive influence around the world.
Gone but will never be forgotten. one of the GOAT's, thank you for all your hard work Vince, it was my pleasure to watch, thank you.
Every kid that loved basketball in my hometown of 40k when I was a teen. It was either Kobe, A.I., James, but everyone loved vince. We loved to watch our raptors face off the future greats and the few past greats Lucky enough to remember seeing. being only 5 or 6 when we got the raptors teams. Vince was the reason I fell in love with basketball. Still have three, fours and fives of his shoes some where in my house. It will be odd not looking for a vince game to watch. Will miss it.
VC shox 5 were my fav
Vince carter, you brought basketball to life in Toronto, life has some ups and downs but I’m bless to witness you play in the raptors jersey Thank you and enjoy your retirement, you’ll always be remembered as one of the greats
I was graduated in high school when vince carter becomes a legend in slam dunk contest ,,2000 , what a lovely year with sooo many memories❤️❤️❤️
Thanks, Vince for everything in the name of basketball game! The true G.O.A.T!
YESSMA'AM
I can Imagine the feelings going through his mind as he watch his highlights, Goosebumps. The way he influnced the game definitely represents his Career as Epic. Im pretty sure every fan including myself of this sport appreciate and respect all the Excellent memories and things you've done and left us throughout your NBA Career, which still makes you a Champion in my prospective . To one of the grestest Legends and soon to be HOFr Vince Cart, its been a honor to witness your greatness and as I say Thank You 👏🏀 👑🎥.
Vince u were on of the reasons I started playing basketball thank u
Thank you Vince!
Half man half amazing? I’d say he’s just fully amazing.
We love you Vince! 😥 I wish you could of went out in front of fans screaming and cheering but 4 decades man it's unheard of frfr enjoy your retirement you deserve to rest
Thank you Mr. Carter , You are my favorite NBA player.
Thank you Vince Carter...thanks for all the great memories.
almost made me cry and i never cry
Half-man and half amazing. You're the man Vince Carter.
FAREWELL MY IDOL VINCE, YOU'RE THE GREATEST DUNKER AND MOST HYPE PLAYER OF ALL TIME. I REMEMBER PLAYING NBA 2K AND EVERY POINTS THAT I AM MAKING WERE DUNKS. HAPPY RETIREMENT.. HALL OF FAMER!
The legendary man that changed the impact of dunk contest forever.
Kobe would’ve definitely been on dere to pay his respects 🤦🏽♂️😢🙏🏾
Yes Kobe always had a lot of respect for Vince. I also think we should have seen Iverson, Shaq, Garnett and others say a few words too.
I remember the day I fell in love with the game: I've returned from the school back in 2006 and turned on the TV. I accidentally turned on the sports channel and there was a replay from the game which happened last night: Miami Heat vs New Jersey Nets. I've been watching how Vince was putting on a show that night and from that moment my life has never been the same again. This is what truly shows the greatness of Vince Carter: not individual accomplishments or titles but his incredible passion for the game which made thousands of kids around the world to fell in love with this amazing game called basketball. Thank you, Vince, for everything you have done to the game. You are not a half-man, half amazing, you are simply amazing.
thank u Vince! definitely hall of famer
Like the commentator said its a bitter sweet bitter bcuz we could not seen the half man half amazing in the game he really love sweet bcuz all the fans team mates ,rivals, legends and management acknowledge him to all of his hardwork ....salute for all your contribution in the game its not a goodbye buts instead strt for the new era ....as they've said heroes may come and go but legends stays forever #15 half man half amazing☝💪
He’s still in better shape than Jared Dudley. Half Man Half Amazing
lol No cap that dude is playing like 5 decades already 🤣
This hurts. Vince really deserved a chance to win a ring
he never wanted to you know he definitely could’ve ring chased these last couple years but decided to stay on lottery teams 🤷🏽♂️
He has 1, with the Mavericks
Marcus Monroe he wasn’t on that team
Seriously one of the most likable guys to ever play the game. His longevity is unparalleled, I’m so happy I got to see the back half of his career from Dallas onwards.
Thanks for all Vinsanity!!
I remembered the day I shared your hand last year when and atl went against the Celtics, it was the greatest moment of my life! Thank you❤ #aircanada #vinsanity
THANK YOU VINCE CARTER FOR YOUR GREAT SHOWMANSHIP,LOVE && RESPECT FOR THE GAME OF BASKETBALL YOU'VE BEEN MY FAVORITE NBA PLAYER SINCE I WAS 8 OR 9 YEARS OLD I'M GLAD THAT I GOT TO WITNESS GREATNESS HALF MAN/HALF AMAZING 15n25 #VINSANITYYYYYYYYYOUT 😎😭🐐💙👑
You will always be our Vince Canada 🇨🇦
To say that this is the end of the greatest era of basketball is an understatement. Thank you Vince for all you have done for the game and for the youth that now play. Your an inspiration!
At his prime, if given the chance of having a contender team. Wouldve been, definitely, a Champion. Much respect Vince Carter! As a 36 yrs old, i looked up to you better than the other Popular ball players of your time.
One of the reasons why I started playing ball and kept on doing "dunks" on every door header possible. Lol. Thank you, Vinsanity!!
All the youngsters out there watch Jordan, Lebron, Trae, Luka, Magic, Bird, Shaq, Different era's, To see their game & look up to. But honestly I can't think of a more classy guy on & off the court than Vince Carter. Even if he was talking trash, he done what he done & got back to the other end of the court to back it up. On to the next play, & after the game smiling at opponents who knew he was just a different type of cat. You had to love him. So, Youngsters... Look up to this guy. I promise you won't regret it. #ThankYouVince #Truetoatlanta 🏀💯
Vince carter no words can describe you I am kinda upset I never got to see you live but I always tuned in to watch your games you will always be vincesanity
Never hated this man by any means but I wasn’t a huge fan growing up. But the longer he was around, the more you realized how classy he was. What a great role model for kids. Congratulations Vince. The game will miss you.
This ia just painful to watch. Hope that when everythings ok they will give him a proper retirement ceremony.
Thank You Vince..! 🐐 Dunker 💪🏼🏀👊
Best dunker ever, uniq! Thank you Vince
Lived with his brother Chris Vince signed a shirt for me.
Send it to me or it's not true lol
Shouldn't it be Chris Carter?
I lost the shirt
His name is Chris Carter
@@brentcarroll5250 my b, you should have put a comma to separate the names.
Man if they had a vid of Kobe for Vince 😢
Thank you Air Canada... Grazie di tutto... Sono cresciuto con le tue giocate spettacolari.... FANTASTIC!!!!!
It pains me to see him not get a proper send off because of this pandemic. I was imagining thousands of fans in the arena listening to his farewell speech but what can you do. Thank you Vince! For us teens in the 90’s you were the last connection to our young and happy days.
Probably the greatest dunker ever
Gonna miss you :(
legend. 4 decades. half man, half amazing. certified baller. thanks for the memories.
Not only was he one of the best, but what fascinates me time and time again is his heart. Also he seems to be a very intelligent person. Ill miss ya man, i enjoyed every single moment i saw u on tv. Thank you mr Amazing.
“My old coach used to say two points is two points, my old coach could’nt dunk.”
i wonder how that felt for him to goto the arena with hardly anyone there and watch that on the jumbotron. must have been a weird feeling
So anticlimactic for a player that epitomized excitement. I know he wasn't gonna get the same send off as Kobe or be even close to scoring 20 points, but I wanted to see him in joyful tears as teammates, fans, and opponents chanted V....C
Thank you for your contribution to this game/ sport that we all love, Vince. You are a LEGEND. You are a HALL OF FAMER.
The all time greatest dunker of decade.. VC15.. THANK YOU.
Easily the greatest dunker of all time would have loved to see him win a championship #thankyouvince
Vince’s Heart: my mind is telling me no, but my body is telling me Yes
Air Canada has landed for the last time. Half-man, half-amazing..100% hero.
It's sad to watch empty arena with this amazing retrospection of Vince's carrer. He deserved to watch it live with everybody in thunder of applauses
He still can play, he still can continue, he still can win a championship if he want. It's just the way he is, he is really a humble & unselfish superstar.
Lord let the way he dedicated and disciplined himself speak to us daily. Let us be just as passionate and willing to sacrifice just as he did.
say it so Vince you still got it 1 more year !!!!!!
he is the one of my childhood heroes.. he made my childhood awesome.. thank you AIR CANADA aka VINSANITY aka HALF MAN HALF AMAZING...
My favorite player
They should have showed him hitting the winning buzzer with the mavs in the playoffs
"His first dunk he won the dunk contest"
As a Toronto native, Vince Carter was the guy who got me excited to watch basketball
We love you Vince carter