Published 15:43 IST, December 31st 2019
Vince Carter receives standing ovation from Orlando faithful as his mother watches on
NBA 2019-20: Atlanta Hawks' Vince Carter receives standing from Orlando Magic's home crowd during the Hawks vs Magic game on Monday (Tuesday morning IST).
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Atlanta Hawks shooting guard and NBA veteran Vince Carter received a standing ovation during the Atlanta Hawks vs Orlando Magic game on Monday night (Tuesday morning IST). Vince Carter is currently playing the last season of his 22-year record-breaking NBA career. Vince Carter's mother was also in attendance for the game. Carter played two seasons with Orlando Magic (NBA 2008-09, NBA 2009-10). Atlanta Hawks defeated Orlando Magic 101-93. Vince Carter recorded 4 points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists from the bench. Orlando is located in the state of Florida, which is Carter's home state.
NBA: Vince Carter receives a standing ovation from Orlando Magic crowd, with his mother in attendance
Really cool tribute by Orlando for Vince Carter, who gets a standing ovation.
— Sarah K. Spencer (@sarah_k_spence) December 31, 2019
The Magic had a video where Orlando players picked their favorite play or dunk by Carter over the years. pic.twitter.com/6itrjFzcrQ
Vince Carter's mom was there to cheer him on as he received a standing O from his home state of Florida 🙌
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) December 31, 2019
(via @NBA)pic.twitter.com/zrzXG48hZO
Vince Carter got nothing but love from the Orlando Magic crowd tonight 👏
— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) December 31, 2019
(via @OrlandoMagic) pic.twitter.com/Du8UdQoDNo
Orlando Magic players also selected their favourite dunk of Vince Carter over the years and paying tribute to the NBA star. Carter also received a standing ovation during his last game at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, December 17 (Thursday, December 18 IST) while playing the New York Knicks. Last season, he also received a standing ovation in Toronto by the Raptors fans for what could be his potential last game in Canada. This season, Carter is averaging at 5.3 points per game for the Atlanta Hawks while making 66.7% of his free throws.
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15:43 IST, December 31st 2019