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Farragut Academy · Timberwolves · CelticsKevin Garnett
“The Big Ticket,” the high-school-to-NBA power forward who won a title with the 2008 Celtics.
- Born
- May 19, 1976
- Nickname
- The Big Ticket
- MVP
- 2004
- Champion
- 2008, Celtics
Who is Kevin Garnett?
Kevin Garnett, known as KG, is an American former NBA power forward who played 21 seasons. He went straight from Farragut Career Academy to the NBA as the fifth pick of the 1995 draft, the first player drafted out of high school in 20 years.
With the Minnesota Timberwolves he made eight straight playoff trips and won the 2004 MVP. Traded to the Boston Celtics in 2007, he joined Paul Pierce and Ray Allen as the “Big Three,” won Defensive Player of the Year and the 2008 NBA title over the Lakers.
He entered the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2020 and played himself in Uncut Gems.
Timeline
- 1995Drafted 5th overall by Minnesota out of high school
- 2004NBA MVP; Western Conference Finals
- 2007Traded to the Boston Celtics
- 2008NBA champion; Defensive Player of the Year
- 2013Traded to the Brooklyn Nets
- 2019Plays himself in Uncut Gems
- 2020Basketball Hall of Fame
Known for
Kevin Garnett FAQ
What is Kevin Garnett’s nickname?
“The Big Ticket,” and he is widely known as KG.
Did Kevin Garnett win a championship?
Yes, the 2008 NBA title with the Boston Celtics.
Was Kevin Garnett in Uncut Gems?
Yes, he played himself.
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