Vince Carter, who began his career with the Raptors, is the only player in NBA history to have played in 22 seasons. Only ten players in the history of the National Basketball Association (NBA) have played 20 or more seasons in their respective careers.

The player who has played in the NBA the longest is Vince Carter, who played 22 seasons for eight teams; the Toronto Raptors, New Jersey Nets, Orlando Magic, Phoenix Suns, Dallas Mavericks, Memphis Grizzlies, Sacramento Kings and the Atlanta Hawks.

Vince Carter holds the record for the longest NBA career. He is the only player in NBA history to have played 22 seasons in the association. After debuting in 1998, Carter’s best years came as a member of the Toronto Raptors and New Jersey Nets.

Vince Carter holds the record for the longest NBA career, having played 22 seasons in the league. His career spanned from 1998 to 2020, making him the only player in NBA history to have achieved this milestone.

Vince Carter is the only NBA player to have a career spanning 22 seasons. • Get NBA League Pass TODAY > Only six players have enjoyed the privilege of playing in the NBA for more than 20 seasons – Vince Carter, LeBron James, Dirk Nowitzki, Kevin Garnett, Kevin Willis and Robert Parish.