NBA legend, Daytona native Vince Carter talks Magic at annual youth camp

Published July 17, 2022 3:49 PM EDT

NBA legend and Daytona Beach native, Vince Carter hosted his annual youth basketball camp for the first time since before the pandemic.

About 125 kids are participating in a three-day camp this weekend at Mainland High School.

Carter has a lot of basketball knowledge to share. He played 22 seasons in the NBA – one of those years he was with the Magic. 

"I think they're heading in the right direction. They have a pretty darn good nucleus. To add Paolo into that group," Carter said. "I think his athleticism and ability to add to what they have. I thought he was the best pick for that group. Add some more veterans to that group, they have a chance to be very good."

As for Carter's camp, it's only three days this year, as Carter tries to ease back into things post-pandemic. But he hopes to have the camp back to being a week-long event in the near future. 

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