Toronto Raptors Retire Vince Carter's Iconic No. 15 Jersey
Vince Carter becomes the first player in Raptors history to have his jersey retired, marking a significant moment of reconciliation with fans.
- Vince Carter's No. 15 jersey was officially retired by the Toronto Raptors during a ceremony at Scotiabank Arena, the first in the franchise's history.
- The ceremony, attended by 19,800 fans, featured speeches from Carter and Raptors President Masai Ujiri, celebrating Carter's legacy and contributions to Canadian basketball.
- Despite a complicated past with the Raptors, Carter expressed gratitude for the fans' acceptance and the opportunity to share this moment with them.
- NBA stars and former teammates, including Tracy McGrady and Kevin Garnett, praised Carter, highlighting his impact on the game and their personal connections with him.
- Klay Thompson and other current NBA players paid tribute to Carter, recalling his influence on their careers and the inspiration he provided to a generation of basketball fans.