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September 24, 2024
The Toronto Raptors will retire Vince Carter's No. 15 jersey on November 2, making him the first player in the franchise's history to receive this honor. Carter, who significantly elevated the sport's popularity in Canada during his time with the team, was a key figure in leading the Raptors to their first playoff appearance and series victory. Despite a tumultuous end to his tenure in Toronto, where he was traded amid injuries and conflicts, the organization has chosen to celebrate his legacy as he enters the Hall of Fame. There was some internal debate over whether Kyle Lowry, a pivotal player in the franchise's recent championship success, should have been the first honored, but Carter's status as the team's first true star ultimately prevailed.

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Toronto Raptors to retire No. 15 jersey of Vince Carter - NBC Sports
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Toronto Raptors to retire No. 15 jersey of Vince Carter - NBC Sports

The Toronto Raptors are set to retire Vince Carter's No. 15 jersey on November 2 during a game against the Kings. This marks a historic moment as Carter will be the first player to have his jersey retired by the franchise.

Carter, who was drafted by the Raptors in 1998 and won the Rookie of the Year Award, propelled basketball's popularity in Canada and became a five-time All-Star. His tenure in Toronto was groundbreaking, leading the team to numerous milestones.

Despite some friction with the organization that led to his 2004 trade to New Jersey, the Raptors have chosen to honor Carter now as he enters the Hall of Fame, though some within the organization felt that Kyle Lowry, a key figure in the franchise's championship success, deserved the spotlight as well.

https://www.nbcsports.com/nba/news/toronto-raptors..
September 24, 2024
The Toronto Raptors will retire Vince Carter's No. 15 jersey on November 2, making him the first player in the franchise's history to receive this honor. Carter, who significantly elevated the sport's popularity in Canada during his time with the team, was a key figure in leading the Raptors to their first playoff appearance and series victory. Despite a tumultuous end to his tenure in Toronto, where he was traded amid injuries and conflicts, the organization has chosen to celebrate his legacy as he enters the Hall of Fame. There was some internal debate over whether Kyle Lowry, a pivotal player in the franchise's recent championship success, should have been the first honored, but Carter's status as the team's first true star ultimately prevailed.
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Toronto Raptors to retire No. 15 jersey of Vince Carter - NBC Sports
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Toronto Raptors to retire No. 15 jersey of Vince Carter - NBC Sports

The Toronto Raptors are set to retire Vince Carter's No. 15 jersey on November 2 during a game against the Kings. This marks a historic moment as Carter will be the first player to have his jersey retired by the franchise.

Carter, who was drafted by the Raptors in 1998 and won the Rookie of the Year Award, propelled basketball's popularity in Canada and became a five-time All-Star. His tenure in Toronto was groundbreaking, leading the team to numerous milestones.

Despite some friction with the organization that led to his 2004 trade to New Jersey, the Raptors have chosen to honor Carter now as he enters the Hall of Fame, though some within the organization felt that Kyle Lowry, a key figure in the franchise's championship success, deserved the spotlight as well.

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