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Golden State Warriors: 5 reasons why Vince Carter to the Dubs needs to happen

By Carlos Murillo

January 6, 2017; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35) talks to Memphis Grizzlies guard Vince Carter (15) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. The Grizzlies defeated the Warriors 128-119. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
January 6, 2017; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35) talks to Memphis Grizzlies guard Vince Carter (15) during the second quarter at Oracle Arena. The Grizzlies defeated the Warriors 128-119. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /
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May 9, 2015; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Vince Carter (15) reacts during the game against the Golden State Warriors in game three of the second round of the NBA Playoffs at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports /

Vince Carter won a dunk contest in the Bay

Vince Carter has had a pretty great career. Of course, his longevity is extremely impressive. To play that long with his explosiveness is a testament to his work ethic and dedication to keeping his body in shape.

He’s an eight time All-Star and a two-time Gold Medalist for Team USA. Carter has made two All-NBA teams, Second Team in 2001 and Third Team in 2000. He won Rookie of the Year 1999, in a class that featured Paul Pierce and Mike Bibby.

In his prime, Carter was a great scorer. He’s one of the most athletic and gifted leapers in league history. Despite all of his other accomplishments and accolades, what he’ll be remembered for most his the 2000 Dunk Contest. It’s one of the best performances in the competition has ever seen.

The contest had not been held for two years and it returned in Oakland, California. The Oakland Arena (now known as the Oracle Arena) was given the honor to host All-Star Weekend. A 23 year old Vince Carter stole the show.

If someone wanted to condense NBA history into one highlight video, Carter’s dunks and his subsequent “it’s over” celebration would definitely make the cut. Simply put it was iconic. It wasn’t just a great moment for the then-Toronto Raptor–it was a special moment for all of basketball.

Playing your home games on that court seems like it would be pretty great. To (potentially) end your career on the same floor that you etched your place in NBA history would be cool, especially if you could cap it off with a championship.

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