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James Dolan Recalls Near Vince Carter-Knicks Deal Nixed by Off-Target Injury Concerns

New York Knicks executive chairman Dolan sits court side at Madison Square Garden. | Brad Penner-Imagn Images

New York Knicks owner James Dolan made an appearance on Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart's Roommates Show podcast Thursday. Brunson, the Knicks' star point guard, asked Dolan if he can recall a transaction which came close to the finish line but eventually fell through.

One near deal did stand out, although Dolan had to rack his brain to remember the player's name. Turns out, the Knicks almost traded for eight-time NBA All-Star and one of the best dunkers in league history, Vince Carter. The Knicks had a deal on the table to acquire Carter from the Toronto Raptors, but New York didn't pull the trigger due to medical concerns.

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