Kevin Maurice Garnett (born May 19 1976 in Mauldin, South Carolina) is an American professional basketball player for the NBA's Boston Celtics. The , power forward Kevin.html" target="_blank">'Da Kid' progressed quickly is regarded as one of the best all-around players in the game today. His accomplishments include being voted _Most Valuable Player of the 2003-04 NBA season, being named to eleven All-Star teams, and being named to eight All-NBA and All-Defensive Teams. He is also the all-time leader in NBA seasons played with averages of at least 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists per game.

After graduating from Farragut Career Academy, he was the fifth player drafted in 1995. He became the first NBA player drafted directly out of high school in 20 years. His nicknames include "The Big Ticket", "KG", "The Kid", and formerly "The Franchise" (after being known as the Minnesota Timberwolves' franchise player).