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UNC Alumni in the NBA: Vince Carter to return for 22nd season?

Atlanta Hawks small forward Vince Carter is hoping to return to the NBA for a 22nd season, according to an interview with ESPN on Thursday.

The former North Carolina standout and 8-time NBA All-Star was asked what age he’d like to retire, and responded with a simple, “43.” He then went on to discuss some of the factors involved in his decision to return or retire.

“I think I could stretch it out one more,” Carter said. “At the end of the year, I usually assess from top to bottom to see how I’m feeling.