Last season was Carter’s finest. Playing at age 32, the 6-foot-2 Carter averaged 28.0 minutes, 7.8 points and 5.5 assists per game, all career highs. Carter benefited greatly in Denver’s fast-paced offense and by playing with explosive scorers Allen Iverson and Carmelo Anthony. Carter, however, struggled during the Nuggets’ playoff series against the Los Angeles Lakers, losing his starting job.