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China's Yao Ming talks to the press after the preliminary round group A basketball match of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games against Germany at the Olympic basketball Arena in Beijing on August 16, 2008. China won 59 to 55. AFP PHOTO ANTONIO SCORZA (Photo credit should read ANTONIO SCORZA/AFP/Getty Images)

Kevin Garnett says there was a $1 million dunk 'bounty' on Yao Ming in 2000

5-3-11 Miami, FL: The Celtics Kevin Garnett steals the ball from Miami's Chris Bosh, first half action. The Boston Celtics visited the Miami Heat in Game Two of the NBA Eastern Conference Semi-Finals at American Airlines Arena. (Globe Staff Photo/Jim Davis) section:sports slug:unknown

'I was up just late at night like, 'What is that supposed to mean?''

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Kevin Garnett sues accountant over $77 million lost to wealth manager

BOSTON, MA - FEBRUARY 11: Former Boston Celtics player Kevin Garnett looks on during a game between the Boston Celtics and the Cleveland Cavaliers at TD Garden on February 11, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. Paul Pierce's jersey will be retired following the game. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)

Kevin Garnett's hoodie appears to defy the laws of physics February 13, 2018 | 12:11 PM

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Kevin Garnett has a surprising candidate for the future MVP of the NBA November 21, 2017 | 5:17 PM

Kevin Garnett only played for the Celtics for five years, but they were among the more memorable in team history. Garnett's arrival completed the second Big 3 and led to a championship and another Finals berth two seasons later.

Here’s a story about how Kevin Garnett improved his defense after studying Beyoncé February 22, 2017 | 2:14 PM

The Celtics assembled a new “Big Three’’ with Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett, and Ray Allen, and won the 2008 NBA Finals over the Lakers in 6 games.

Kevin Garnett explained the magic of the '08 Celtics to Kevin McHale February 22, 2017 | 12:34 PM

Jan 19, 2016; New Orleans, LA, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Garnett (21) celebrates with forward Tayshaun Prince (12) during the second quarter of a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports

T-wolves owner believes Garnett will play another season April 8, 2016 | 8:40 AM

11/20112: Boston, MA: The Celtics Kevin Garnett (5) walks off the court after the final horm sounded in the Spurs victory, as teamate Paul Pierce touches hands with San Antonio's Danny Green (4,left). The Boston Celtics hosted the San Antonio Spurs in a regular season NBA game at the TD Garden. section: sports topic: Spurs-Celtics (Globe Staff Photo/Jim Davis)

4 former Celtics are on this list of most hated NBA players April 7, 2016 | 9:16 AM

One of Smart's five missed threes from the Boston's 107 -96 win over the Magic at TD Garden

Marcus Smart is having the worst 3-point shooting season in NBA history March 28, 2016 | 11:32 AM

Celtics starters cheer on the bench during the final moments of a victory over the Grizzlies.

The most optimistic but realistic possibilities for the Celtics March 10, 2016 | 6:30 AM

The Celtics came close to completing the comeback against the Wolves on Monday, but fell a buzzer beater short, 122-124.

Would you rather: Celtics or Wolves? February 25, 2016 | 9:46 AM

Kevin Garnett reacts during the first half of an NBA basketball game.

Kevin Garnett still gets angry discussing Celtics’ 2010 NBA Finals loss February 24, 2016 | 9:51 AM

Kevin Garnett caught up with Celtics broadcaster Cedric Maxwell before the game.

This Kevin Garnett fist bump represents everything about him and Boston December 22, 2015 | 1:31 PM

Kevin Garnett acknowledges the Boston crowd during a timeout in the second half.

Celtics fans gave Kevin Garnett the most appropriate tribute Monday night December 22, 2015 | 8:41 AM

Danny Amendola returns a punt as Tre McBride attempts to tackle him.

Amendola reportedly won’t miss playoffs with knee sprain December 22, 2015 | 8:09 AM

Watch Kevin Garnett turn back the clock to posterize Blake Griffin December 7, 2015 | 10:28 PM

Kevin Garnett and Rajon Rondo, when they were boys.

What Rondo learned about leadership from Garnett December 3, 2015 | 1:27 PM

The Timberwolves bench can’t contain Kevin Garnett’s enthusiasm November 10, 2015 | 2:14 PM

Kevin Garnett shares tribute to late coach Flip Saunders October 25, 2015 | 6:09 PM

They brought the Celtics back June 16, 2015 | 8:34 AM

Minnesota Timberwolves Ricky Rubio, left, of Spain, and Kevin Garnett smile on the bench during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards, Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2015, in Minneapolis. The Timberwolves won 97-77. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)

Garnett Amused by Shirtless Fan’s Dance March 2, 2015 | 2:19 PM

Feb 25, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Garnett (21) pounds his chest before a game against the Washington Wizards at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

KG Treats 1,000 Fans to T-Wolves Game March 1, 2015 | 2:29 PM

Some of the younger members of the Timberwolves squad are reportedly afraid of Garnett.

Kevin Garnett Already Terrifying Teammates February 23, 2015 | 3:32 PM

Ex-Celtics great Paul Pierce, who had 6 points, drives on Rajon Rondo in the fourth quarter of his return game at TD Garden.

Celtics were lucky to have Paul Pierce January 26, 2014 | 11:00 PM

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Paul Pierce selling home in Lincoln November 10, 2013 | 5:57 PM

National interest in Celtics falls with Doc Rivers’s and stars’ departure August 6, 2013 | 1:00 AM

Celtics captain Paul Pierce and coach Doc Rivers had no answers for the Knicks late in Boston’s Game 2 loss Tuesday at Madison Square Garden.

Doc Rivers fined $25,000 for criticizing officials April 26, 2013 | 12:00 AM

Jordan Crawford, who played 25 minutes off the bench in Game 2, steals the ball from Kenyon Martin in the second quarter, leading to a basket for the Celtics.

Kevin Garnett suffers minor hip injury April 25, 2013 | 12:00 AM

Celtics look to establish Kevin Garnett early in Game 2 against Knicks April 22, 2013 | 9:45 PM

Celtics have to take their confidence from Game 1 and be better in Game 2 against Knicks April 22, 2013 | 12:00 AM

Jeff Green powers past Chris Andersen for 2 of his game-high 25 points.

Bruised elbow shouldn’t deter Green April 13, 2013 | 12:00 AM

Courtney Lee went to the basket while Orlando’s defense could only watch Saturday night. (AP)

Celtics rout Magic, clinch 7th playoff seed in East April 13, 2013 | 12:00 AM