Looking Back At Vince Carter’s Missed Championship Opportunities

By Tyree Morton | Nov 19, 2016

Apr 3, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Vince Carter (15) high fives a fan after a game against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center. The Orlando Magic won 119-107. Mandatory Credit: Logan Bowles-USA TODAY Sports /

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VC In Phoenix

Vince Carter’s time in Phoenix was short-lived. He played just 51 games.

The Suns finished 40-42 and did not make the playoffs. Alongside Steve Nash, Carter averaged 13.5 points per game for the Suns. It was well-known that the Suns would no longer be a contender. Amar’e Stoudemire opted out and signed with the Knicks on June 30, 2010 and Phoenix could not make up for that loss.

Stoudemire’s last season with the Suns was a success. They made it to the Conference Finals but he still decided to move on. This was one season before Vince Carter got traded to Phoenix. Who knows what could’ve been if Amar’e was there with Carter and Nash. Tough luck for V.C.

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