Vince Carter's NFL Dream: A Surprising Side Effect of NBA Talks

Vince Carter has had a remarkable year, from his Basketball Hall of Fame induction to his jersey retirement by the Toronto Raptors. But there's another exciting development—he's joined the ownership group of the Buffalo Bills in the NFL. While many might assume this was his long-time goal, Vince revealed a different story. He'd always dreamed of owning an NBA team, and he'd even discussed this with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver before the pandemic hit. Vince Carter shared that he'd had several meetings with Silver, expressing his interest in NBA ownership. These meetings were casual but meaningful, as they kept the conversation going. Then, out of the blue, former NBA player Tracy McGrady (T-Mac) reached out about the NFL. Vince was surprised but decided to go for it. The journey to NFL ownership wasn't quick. It took over a year from the initial conversation with McGrady to the official approval. Now, Vince Carter, along with McGrady and soccer star Jozy Altidore, holds a 3% stake in the Buffalo Bills. Terry Pegula still controls the majority at 80%. But why does Vince Carter still want to own an NBA team? On Tip "T. I. " Harris' podcast, he shared his post-playing aspirations, including broadcasting, mentoring, and most importantly, owning an NBA team. He wants to make a difference and bridge the gap between executives and players. With 22 seasons in the NBA, Vince brings a unique perspective that could benefit any ownership group.