(Video) Michael Jordan and wife Yvette Prieto shower Vince Carter with love during HOF induction
Chicago Bull superstar Michael Jordan attended his buddy and fellow NBA legend Vince Carter's Hall of Fame induction.
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NBA and Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan has made the headlines following his recent heart-warming gesture involving former NBA player Vince Carter. Carter was induced as an NBA Hall of Famer as a member of the 2024 class.
Much to Carter’s surprise, Jordan was in attendance along with his wife Yvette Prieto. Moreover, before Carter’s induction as a member of the 2024 class of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, Jordan extended his congratulations to him.
In a video posted by the official NBA account, Jordan congratulated Carter. Both stars then hugged it out as Carter introduced his family to Jordan and his wife Prieto.
“Congratulations man.”
— NBA (@NBA) October 13, 2024
Michael Jordan to #24HoopClass inductee, Vince Carter ?? pic.twitter.com/WCshExyfGk
This moment has gone viral among the NBA community because it brought back fond memories of the two stars in their playing days. Throughout their playing careers, the two NBA legends were renowned for their top-notch athleticism. Between them, they also won three dunk competitions.
Furthermore, both players went to college in North Carolina. Not only that, they also have the same alma mater. Carter assisted the Tar Heels in making it to the Final Four in 1997 and 1998. On the other hand, Jordan guided the club to a national championship in 1982.
Both stars have immense respect and admiration for each other. Carter once gave his 2003 All-Star starting spot to Jordan. This showcases the professionalism and respect between the two.
Vince Carter once opened up on giving his 2003 All-Star ‘starting spot’ to Michael Jordan
NBA veteran Vince Carter has many tales from his lengthy and prosperous career. One of the most memorable moments was him giving his 2003 All-Star starting spot to Michael Jordan. He said that he did that because Jordan was playing in his final All-Star Game.
Carter paid his respects to one of the greatest NBA players and even opened up on this story a while back.
It was encouraged by the league that it was a good idea. By the powers that be. It was probably a good idea that MJ starts in his last All-Star Game. I ain’t no fool, you know what I’m saying? I ain’t no fool... (Carter) I can tell this story forever. Nobody else can say that.
Vince Carter said on the All The Smoke podcast
He said that Jordan had to be persuaded to start since the six-time champion was certain that Carter deserved the starting position. Before the game, Carter finally threatened to withdraw from the game if Jordan didn’t accept the starting position. Eventually, Jordan did and this memory has always stayed with both stars.
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