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Born in Mauldin, South Carolina
May 19, 1976
Garnett was born in Mauldin, South Carolina to Shirley Garnett and O'Lewis McCullough
Mauldin High School
September 1, 1991 - June 1, 1994
In his first three high school years, Garnett played for Mauldin High School. However, during the summer prior to his senior year of high school, Kevin was in the general vicinity of a fight between black and white students. Although not directly involved, Garnett was arrested. Due to the racially charged incident and fearful of being a target, Garnett decided to leave Mauldin.
Farragut Career Academy
September 1, 1994 - June 1, 1995
He transferred to Farragut Career Academy in Chicago, Illinois for his senior year of high school. He led Farragut to a 28–2 record and was named National High School Player of the Year by USA Today.
Outstanding Player at the McDonald's All-American Game
May 1, 1995
He was named the Most Outstanding Player at the McDonald's All-American Game after registering 18 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists and 3 blocked shots
Drafted by the Minnesota Timberwolves
June 30, 1995
Garnett was selected 5th overall in the 1995 NBA Draft. He was drafted right from high school.
Minnesota Timberwolves
September 1, 1995 - April 30, 2007
Garnett became the franchise player during his 13 year stint with the Minnesota Timberwolves. He was known as a fierce competitor and the leader of the team - leading to team in scoring, rebounds, block shots, and occasionally with assists.
Became the Franchise Player
June 30, 1997
the Timberwolves and Garnett agreed on a six-year contract extension that was worth an unparalleled $126 million. This was met with shock around the NBA, and the Timberwolves were used as scapegoats for the lockout that occurred the next season. The contract was a risky move and many pundits speculated that the deal would make it impossible for the Wolves to sign new players or even keep their own.
Garnett and Marbury Falling Out
May 10, 1999
Garnett and point guard Stephon Marbury had a falling out in friendship as Marbury began to feud with the Timberwolve's main leader, as well as management and coaching staff. Marbury demanded a trade from the team and was later sent to the New Jersey Nets. Some have speculated Marbury did not want to be the "second man" behind Garnett.
Named All-Star Most Valuable Player
Feburary 9, 2003
Garnett scored a game high 37 points in an overtime win in the 2003 NBA All-Star Game.
Named NBA's Most Valuable Player
May 15, 2004
Garnett averaged 24.2 points, 13.9 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 2.2 blocks and 1.5 steals per game for the season, earning his first Most Valuable Player award. He had lead the Timberwolves to the #1 seed in the Western Conference along with fellow teammates Latrell Sprewell and Sam Cassell.
Married to Brandi Padilla
August 20, 2004
Garnett married long time girlfriend Brandi Padilla during a private ceremony in California. The wedding was the reason he did not take part in the Olympic games.
10,000 total rebounds
January 13, 2007
Achieved 10,000 total rebounds in his career on January 13, 2007.
Offseason Trade Rumors
June 1, 2007 - July 31, 2007
After refusing to trade Garnett in previous years, Timberwolves' management finally decided to open up its star player for offers. Garnett's name was mentioned in various trade rumors involving the Chicago Bulls, Los Angeles Lakers, Golden State Warriors, Indiana Pacers, Boston Celtics, Phoenix Suns, and Dallas Mavericks.
Blockbuster Trade to the Boston Celtics
July 31, 2007
Garnett agreed to a trade with the Boston Celtics in exchange for Al Jefferson, Ryan Gomes, Sebastian Telfair, Gerald Green, Theo Ratliff, cash considerations, Boston's 2009 first-round draft pick (top 3 protected) and the 2009 first-round pick Minnesota had traded to Boston in the Ricky Davis-Wally Szczerbiak trade of 2006. The 7-for-1 deal constitutes the largest number of players traded for a single player in league history.
Prior to the trade, Garnett has been criticized several times for being "too loyal" with the Minnesota Timberwolves, despite team management failing to give Garnett quality supporting players.
Boston Celtics
September 1, 2007 - Now
After the trade to the Boston Celtics, Garnett helped lead the team to one of the biggest turn-arounds in NBA history, with his leadership and competitive nature to win. Garnett has been named several times as an Most Valuable Player candidate during his first season with the Celtics.
Birth of Child
April 18, 2008
On April 18, 2008, Garnett's wife Brandi gave birth to a baby, which answered questions as to why he did not appear at two of the team's practices leading up to their playoff series against the Atlanta Hawks.
Named NBA's Defensive Player of the Year
May 15, 2008
Garnett's first season with the Boston Celtics has been a highly successful one. His efforts has landed Garnett the Defensive Player of the Year award. He has been the anchor of a stingy Boston team defense that lead to 66 wins during the regular season.
