Vince Carter had an interesting entry to the NBA. While he was the 5th overall pick by the Warriors, he ended up getting traded on the same night to the Raptors for Antawn Jamison. And he quickly proved his worth, too, becoming a franchise icon for Toronto. He still holds the longest career in NBA history (over 22 seasons), at least for now, considering LeBron is set to surpass him soon. This year, the Brooklyn Nets honored him by retiring his No. 15 jersey. And this was after Vince only spent 5 seasons playing for the team.
But what made Vince truly special was his passion for the game and the way he connected with fans through his infectious energy. After retiring in 2020, Vince didn’t step away from basketball. Instead, he began a new chapter as an announcer. He appeared on ESPN’s NBA Countdown, The Jump, and covered college basketball on ESPN/ABC. What’s more? He even joined the NBA on TNT as a regular studio analyst. As the Brooklyn Nets released the documentary “From Daytona Beach to Brooklyn,” Carter took a more formal role with the Nets’ broadcast team. This move showed how he was smoothly transitioning from court star to insightful commentator.
The documentary, out since February on the Nets’ YouTube channel, gave fans a closer look at Vince’s new role. Recently, the Nets shared an excerpt where Carter compared working alongside announcer Ian Eagle to his time playing with Hall of Famer Jason Kidd. “I got the opportunity to call games with Ian, and it was like Vince getting traded to the New Jersey Nets, getting a chance to play with Hall of Famer Jason Kidd,” he said. This comparison shows how special both relationships are to him.
Ian Eagle, in turn, praised Vince’s attitude, stating, “He’s a pleasure to be around. He’s easy company.” Eagle claimed that Vince still carried the outlook of a student trying to learn. “You can see that he has a lot of pride, and he attacks it with that same approach. I want to be good at this,” He added. But Eagle wasn’t the only one impressed with Carter.
Others in the broadcasting world also admire Carter. Chris Carrino noted, “he’s such a humble guy, he’s not a big timer. ‘He’s not a, I’m a star guy.’” He added, “He’ll sit there like one of the guys. That humility is gonna help him in his broadcasting career.” Meanwhile, Tyron Woodley said Vince’s deep knowledge and honest insights make him a perfect fit for broadcasting. Woodley added, “He has a level of respect and a presence about him that makes you want to tune in.”
It seems Vince’s passion for learning and his love for basketball continue to shine off the court. It will now be in its full glory in a brand new role for NBC.
Vince Carter set to bring his voice to NBC’s NBA studio team
Vince Carter isn’t new to breaking down the game, but now, he is preparing to step onto a new stage with NBC Sports. This fall, the Hall of Famer known for redefining the dunk will trade his jersey for a microphone as he joins NBC Sports as an NBA studio analyst. While fans remember him for gravity-defying highlights, this time, Carter will bring insight and veteran perspective to center stage.
This move comes as NBC Sports is finally going to make a comeback for its first season back covering the NBA since 2002. With Carter on the panel, viewers can expect a voice that understands every angle of the game. “I could not be more excited and appreciative to have the opportunity to be a part of the historic return of the NBA to NBC and now Peacock,” Carter said.
“I am truly looking forward to joining Melo in the studio and the rest of the broadcast team overall, as we embark on bringing NBA fans best-in-class coverage of the league they love.”
Well, if anything, Cater is pumped for what’s to come soon. What makes his take so special? No, it’s not the accolades he earned over the years; instead, it’s his ability to connect eras! He’s one of the rare players who’s competed with legends like Michael Jordan and mentored stars like Trae Young. That experience positions him as the perfect bridge between past, present, and future for a new generation of NBA viewers.
With the NBA preparing for a new chapter on NBC, Carter’s presence brings both credibility and familiarity. As fans tune in to see their favorite teams, they’ll now hear from one of the most respected voices of the modern era.
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