Garnett retiring after 21 seasons

Kevin Garnett has decided to retire after 21 seasons in the NBA, leaving a legacy as one of the best defensive players in league history and one of the game’s most influential and intense competitors. Garnett informed the Minnesota Timberwolves of his plans on Friday and announced the decision himself via an Instagram post. The Timberwolves will waive Garnett, which will allow him to collect his entire $8-million salary for next season. That is the same approach the San Antonio Spurs took with Tim Duncan.