The Vince Carter Diet That Lets Him Play in the NBA at 42 Years Old Posted Aug 21, 2019 After joining the NBA in 1998, Vince Carter will soon become the first person to ever play in four different decades. That means that his career’s longevity will surpass other notable players like Dirk Nowitzki. The athletic swingman can play multiple positions and also have such a long career because of his natural abilities as well as his training and diet. (Sportscasting.com)