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When it comes to the most intense athletes in pro sports today, Kevin Garnett is near the top of that short list. Despite being 35 and in his 17th season in the league, the Big Ticket still displays just as much—if not more—passion and hunger for the game as he did when he entered the L back in 1995. The latest example of this being his epic post-game interview with Craig Sager after Boston's comeback victory over the Magic on Thursday.
Love him or hate him, there's no denying dude's crazy love for the game. That passion has created a number of memorable moments over the years. From punching Channing Frye in the nuts to making Glen "Big Baby" Davis cry, here are Kevin Garnett's 15 Craziest Moments.
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Even Media Day Is a Big Deal For KG
15. Even Media Day Is a Big Deal For KG
Date: 9/29/2010
It doesn't matter if it's September or June, Kevin Garnett brings that same intensity everyday. Plus his "Whoo!" rivals that of the great Ric Flair. #whatsnottolove
Cools Off Himself, Ray Allen, and the Fans
14. Cools Off Himself, Ray Allen, and the Fans
Date: 1/2/2012
You figure that years of playing alongside a cool, calm and collected player such as Ray Allen would rub off on Garnett, right? Nah, son. His intensity level has only risen during his tenure in Boston. Remember, this is the same dude that reportedly called Charlie Villanueva a cancer patient. So, by now you should know that Garnett doesn't do many things conventionally, even if it's something as mundane as cooling off on the bench. Don't lie, we know some of you twisted Boston fans would love having KG get you wet. Ayo!
So...You Won, Right?
13. So...You Won, Right?
Date: 3/7/2010
Pro athletes deal with victories in a variety of ways. Some are exuberant and have ill celebrations, while others just get on the Bill Belichick steez, but we haven't seen many take a win the way KG does sometimes. In a comeback victory over the Wizards, a shirtless Garnett stormed down the hallway cursing to himself. If he takes a W like this, we'd hate to see what he looked like following Game 7 of the 2010 Finals. Yes, we mentioned that one just for you Laker fans out there.
Gets His Mind Right at the Free Throw Line
12. Getting His Mind Right at the Free Throw Line
Date: 3/14/2008
Kevin Garnett is a career 79% free throw shooter, which isn't bad at all for a big man. But don't tell KG that. After missing one from the line, he starts banging the ball against his head and yells, "C'mon bitch." Good to see that Garnett is an equal opportunist when it comes to doling out the punishment.
Cursing Is A Part of KG's Defensive Repertoire
11. Cursing Is A Part of KG's Defensive Repertoire
Date: 12/30/2007
It's in the DNA of every Celtics player to hate the Lakers. On this play, KG displays his disgust by telling Lamar Odom-Kardashian to "Get that shit outta here," as he rejects his shot. This leads Odom to try and start a scrap with Ray Allen of all people. SMH, way to pick your battles, fam.
Ethers Craig Sager's Suit
10. Ethers Craig Sager and His Suit
Craig Sager has been rocking his atrocious suits for decades. Now, while most athletes have come to accept it and just let dude try to swag it out without saying anything, Kevin Garnett was so bothered by Sager's All-Star weekend get-up that he just had to go off on him. Side bar: We see that KG got it right about him wearing the red socks...but how does he know that Craig's rocking a lime thong? Hmm...
KG vs. Amare Stoudemire
9. KG vs. Amare Stoudemire
Date: 2/22/2008
Those who've watched Garnett for years know that he has a habit of blocking shots taken after the whistle has already been blown. Whether taken during official playing time or not, KG isn't about to let you get off any shots on his watch. He did this a couple years back to Amare Stoudemire, and STAT didn't take to kindly to it. These days, it seems like Amare has no problem getting punked in the paint. Yes, shots fired.
Throws 'Bows With the Heat
8. Throws 'Bows With the Heat
Date: 4/17/2010
After Paul Pierce suffered an injury during Game 1 of the 2010 Eastern Conferences quarterfinals against the Miami Heat, Garnett went over to check on Pierce's status. Then Quentin Richardson came over and started yapping about something in KG's ear and he responded with a nudge or two in defense of his fellow Celtic player. But things got real crazy when The Big Ticket tagged Q-Rich with an elbow right in the face. Garnett was subsequently suspended for one game. Those sharp elbows are a serious weapon on the court. Word to Isiah.
The Big Ticket Compares Training Camp to Cooking
7. The Big Ticket Compares Training Camp to Cooking
Date: 12/13/2011
Kevin Garnett, like many other players in the league, wasn't too happy with the amount of training camp time given as David Stern rushed teams to get ready for Christmas Day basketball. The Celtics forward gave a pretty interesting cooking analogy to express his frustration. Who said culinary arts and sports don't mix? Just ask Lil B.
KG Starring as the Grinch
6. KG Starring as the Grinch
Date: 12/25/2011
This past Christmas was even more special for NBA fans everywhere because it marked the official end of the nearly two month long pro basketball drought. Instead of seeing updates on CBA negotiations, they actually got to see their favorite players on the hardwood. But one person who wasn't in the holiday spirit after a loss to the Knicks was Kevin Garnett. After missing a jumper to send the game into overtime, KG put his hands on Knick benchwarmer Bill Walker. The Big Ticket wasn't fined or suspended for the incident. Notice how Walker wants no part of the fight at first but is all about it once other people get in between 'em. #shookones #protectyaneck
Tries Breaking Superman's Arm
5. Tries To Break Superman's Arm
Date: 5/28/2010
Let it be known that if you so much as tug on Kevin Garnett's Celtics jersey, he will break out the UFC moves on you. Easy KG! You trying to put Dwight Howard on this list or something? Actually, that's probably all part of the plan, right?
Punches Channing Frye in the Nuts
4. Punches Channing Frye in the Nuts
Date: 1/28/2011
There is an unspoken promise between all men that shots to the ballbag are strictly off limits, unless the situation calls for it. Last time we checked, a ball shot during a basketball game didn't count, KG But we gotta admit, the "punch to the nuts" defense works a hell of a lot better than zone or man-to-man.
Makes Big Baby Cry
3. Makes Big Baby Cry
Date: 12/5/2008
In this game, KG was enjoying his time on the bench, watching the Celtics hold down a 25-point lead over the Trail Blazers. But then Portland rallied and cut the deficit to 13, which didn't sit well with the C's power forward, who went off on his teammates for letting go of such a huge lead. C'mon man, we know that no one is safe from Garnett's wrath but he should have avoided Glen Davis. Somebody call Child Protective Services.
"Bar Fight" Interview
2. "Bar Fight" Interview
Date: 1/26/2012
Most of the time when athletes do post-game interviews they'll say a bunch of cliche quotes like, "Yeah, it was a tough battle" or "We just gave it our all out there." Not the Big Ticket, though. After the Celtics rallied to come back from a 27-point deficit at halftime, Garnett likened the game to a bar fight. Given his reckless behavior on the court, we bet KG has broken a bottle or two over heads in the past.
"Anything Is Possible!" Interview
1. "Anything Is Possible!" Post-Game Interview
Date: 6/17/2008
After 13 seasons in the league, Kevin Garnett finally won a ring with the O.G. Big Three in 2008. So, when asked how he felt after helping his team defeat the L.A. Lakers in the Finals, K.G. couldn't help but give one of the most interesting responses we've ever seen. While seeming to go into a whole other world mentally, K.G. also managed to give shout-outs, slobber all over Michelle Tafoya, and almost give the best advertising plug of all time. Emphasis on almost.