Vince Carter left the University of North Carolina in 1998 after his junior season in Chapel Hill. He was selected fifth overall in the 1998 NBA Draft and is one of only three players from said draft class that is still in the league.
Carter immediately hit stardom with the high-flying dunks and sensational scoring ability he displayed as a member of the Toronto Raptors. Internationally recognized for his highlight reel play, Carter became a household name and basketball icon very early in his career.
In 1999, Carter was the NBA’s Rookie of the year and a member of the NBA All-Rookie first team.