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2017 Orlando Magic Free Agent Preview: The Shooting Guards

By Bill Johnson

LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 16: Vince Carter #15 of the Memphis Grizzlies reacts to his three pointer during a 111-107 win over the LA Clippers at Staples Center on November 16, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 16: Vince Carter #15 of the Memphis Grizzlies reacts to his three pointer during a 111-107 win over the LA Clippers at Staples Center on November 16, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) /
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Vince Carter, Memphis Grizzlies
Nov 26, 2016; Miami, FL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Vince Carter (15) looks on in the game against the Miami Heat during the second half at American Airlines Arena. The Memphis Grizzlies defeat the Miami Heat 110-107. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports /

Vince Carter, Memphis Grizzlies

Per Game Table
Season Age Tm G MP FG% 3P% eFG% FT% TRB AST PTS
2016-17 40 MEM 73 24.6 .394 .378 .508 .765 3.1 1.8 8.0
Career 1347 32.0 .438 .374 .488 .799 4.6 3.3 18.2

Provided by Basketball-Reference.com: View Original Table
Generated 6/28/2017.

Vince Carter is an ageless wonder.  He played in 73 games and averaged 24 minutes per night for the Memphis Grizzlies last year at 40 years old.

This year he averaged 8.0 points and 3.1 rebounds per game shooting 37.8 percent from 3-point range. He is still a valuable role player on the court. And he can be a mentor to players off the court.

Vince Carter’s career exploits are well documented. Everyone knows about his accolades, so when he speaks people listen. Not to mention his legendary dunk contest carries weight around the league. Many of the players playing in the league looked up to Carter in some way when they were kids.

Carter does not have his trademark explosiveness, so he has become more cerebral. The Magic could benefit from his basketball wisdom, and how he sees the game.

A player like Carter would bring so much to the Magic organization, if not just the nostalgic attention of having Carter on the roster. But the question is at this stage of his career would Carter be willing to return home to be part of a rebuilding project.

There are reports Carter is open to signing a minimum deal with the Golden State Warriors to chase a championship. That lure would be tough to pass up.

But Central Florida is his home. Plus the Magic are in a position to overpay, so they have a chance.