Vince Carter

Definition

To be significantly held back or limited by injury when you'd otherwise dominate. Named after the NBA legend who had the talent to destroy everyone on the court but kept getting sidelined by physical setbacks.

Example Usage

My basketball season got totally Vince Carter'd after I blew out my knee in week two.

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