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Bill Simmons points to Kevin Garnett regret for Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo

Somehow, Giannis Antetokounmpo returned… to the Milwaukee Bucks. For the last two months, the Milwaukee Bucks star seemed to be edging closer and closer to his exit.

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Carmelo Anthony Defends LeBron James From Kevin Garnett’s 'Ruined The All-Star Game' Comment

The NBA All-Star Game was once one of the highlight matches of the year, even though it didn’t count for much other than bragging rights. The best went up against the best to determine which team had the superior group of players.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 15

Watch Kings’ DeMar DeRozan pass Kevin Garnett on all-time scoring list vs. Knicks

The Sacramento Kings may be having another miserable campaign, but DeMar DeRozan continues to build on his impressive career. The Kings took on the New York Knicks at Golden 1 Center on Wednesday, and DeRozan achieved another milestone after passing NBA legend Kevin Garnett for 22nd place in the all-time scoring list.

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How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

NBA News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / January 9

Kevin Garnett gives hints about his role as Wolves ambassador

For the first time since the Wolves announced a reunion with franchise great Kevin Garnett, the Big Ticket himself has discussed his new role with the team.

Denver Nuggets News / The SportsRush / January 9

'He Was Wilt of His Time': Kevin Garnett Puts Nikola Jokic in the Same Breath as Wilt Chamberlain Once He Retires

Three-time MVP Nikola Jokic’s current stretch of dominance is stuff of mythologies. And while there is still a long way to go before the Serbian star hangs up his boots, former NBA champion Kevin Garnett believes that the 2023 Finals MVP is already a legend in his own right.

NBA News / The SportsRush / January 4

Kevin Garnett Supports Jaylen Brown’s 'Best Two-Way Player' Declaration After 50-Point Dominance vs. Clippers

Jaylen Brown was not happy with the league’s decision to not crown him its best player in December and now he’s taken it out on the Los Angeles Clippers.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 25

Doc Rivers fought with Kevin Garnett over Timberwolves reconciliation

With Kevin Garnett making a return to the Minnesota Timberwolves in an all-encompassing role under new ownership, there’s no doubt that it has led to major excitement from the fanbase.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 25

Karl-Anthony Towns makes promise for Kevin Garnett’s Timberwolves reunion

Minnesota Timberwolves fans have been filled with joy over the past few weeks, as Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez made it their duty to bring Kevin Garnett back to the organization after years and years.

Golden State Warriors News / The SportsRush / December 24

'We Are in the Curry Era': Kevin Garnett Crowns Steph Curry as the ‘GOAT’ of This Era

Every athlete inevitably experiences a fall from glory as father time catches up to them. However, the likes of LeBron James, Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry have managed to slow down that descend.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 23

Kevin Garnett demands fans not vote Lakers star LeBron James into NBA All-Star Game

Former NBA player and Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett is urging fans to reconsider voting LeBron James into the 2026 NBA All-Star Game, which is scheduled to be held in Los Angeles this February.

San Antonio Spurs News / The SportsRush / December 20

'Want Him to Orangutan': Kevin Garnett Has a Clear Training Plan to Make Victor Wembanyama Dominant

Year three Victor Wembanyama has been a problem for the rest of the league. The 7-foot-4 big man has taken his game to another level after a well documented offseason training regimen over the summer.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Wire / December 18

Timberwolves hire Kevin Garnett, set to retire jersey after sides patch up past

Kevin Garnett is officially coming home. The Timberwolves announced that Garnett has been hired as a team ambassador and that his iconic No. 21 jersey will be retired at a later date.

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / December 18

Timberwolves will finally retire Kevin Garnett’s jersey

Kevin Garnett is nothing short of a Minnesota Timberwolves legend. He leads the franchise all-time in points, rebounds, assists, steals and blocks. Now, the Timberwolves will finally retire Garnett’s jersey over the next two seasons as the legendary big man is reuniting with the franchise in an off-court role, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Field Level Media / December 18

Report: Kevin Garnett rekindling role with Wolves

Hall of Famer and franchise legend Kevin Garnett appears to be reuniting with the Minnesota Timberwolves. ESPN reported on Thursday that Garnett will rejoin

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Rumors / December 18

Kevin Garnett Taking Role With Wolves, Will Have Jersey Retired

Kevin Garnett is returning to the Timberwolves in an “all-encompassing” role, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, who reports that the former star forward will be involved with the team’s business, community, and fan engagement efforts, as well as content development.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / November 20

NBA Legend Kevin Garnett Reacts to Death of 'Super Mario' Manga Creator

NBA legend Kevin Garnett joined the gaming and manga world in mourning the death of an icon in the industry. On Thursday, Garnett reacted to the passing of Kazuki Motoyama, who was known as the author and artist of Kodansha's "Super Mario" manga.

Boston Celtics News / EssentiallySports / November 16

Ray Allen Is Helpless Over Celtics Honor Years After Kevin Garnett Fallout

Ray Allen showed up at TD Garden on Saturday, but not to check in on his “Ubuntu” squad; they are probably still frowning at him. He was there for a personal milestone.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 3

Kevin Garnett drops wild 4-word reaction to 30th anniversary of NBA debut

The Minnesota Timberwolves made history during the 1995 NBA draft when they selected the first player to be drafted right out of high school in about 20 years.

Golden State Warriors News / HITC / November 2

Kevin Garnett explains why he’s changed his mind about the Golden State Warriors

The Golden State Warriors have opened the 2025-26 season with four wins from their first six games. They were in position to improve that record even further against a Milwaukee Bucks team missing Giannis Antetokounmpo.

San Antonio Spurs News / Larry Brown Sports / October 23

Kevin Garnett had one-word reaction to Victor Wembanyama's season debut

Kevin Garnett had a perfect reaction to Victor Wembanyama’s season debut for the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night. Wembanyama scored 40 points on 15/21 shooting and added 15 rebounds in his Spurs’ 125-92 win over the Dallas Mavericks.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / September 26

Exciting Kevin Garnett News Announced on Friday

Kevin Garnett remains one of the most celebrated players in NBA history, with a career that spanned over two decades. Selected straight out of high school with the fifth overall pick in the 1995 NBA Draft by the Minnesota Timberwolves, Garnett quickly became a transformative force in the league.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / EssentiallySports / September 26

Timberwolves Reportedly Plan Kevin Garnett Jersey Retirement, Could End Decade-Old Rift

In his 6 year spell with the Boston Celtics, Kevin Garnett was not in his prime. Despite not scoring 20 points a season, KG helped the franchise win the championship back in 2008.

San Antonio Spurs News / Yardbarker / September 10

Spurs star has action-packed offseason worthy of a movie montage

Spurs star has an action-packed offseason worthy of a movie montage

After Victor Wembanyama had to miss the second half of the season due to blood clots, he spent the summer preparing for his return in a very cinematic manner.

Spurs to juggle loaded backcourt while building around Wembanyama

Wembanyama’s photo with Hall of Famer is turning heads

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NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 14

Kevin Garnett On How He Improved His Skills After Moving To The Suburbs: 'They Weren't Really Hood Guys, They Were Cleaner Guys'

Kevin Garnett is widely regarded as one of the best power forwards to ever play in the NBA. When considering his tremendous defensive ability, offensive versatility, and mental toughness, Garnett was in a league of his own.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / May 6