ICYMI: “I did not know y’all will f**okay with me like this”

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Boston Celtics energy ahead Kevin Garnett joined the lengthy record of Boston Celtics legends to have their jerseys retired by the franchise. He was honored by the franchise Sunday after a recreation in opposition to the Dallas Mavericks.

Current for jersey retirement have been former teammates Ray Allen and Paul Pierce. Noticeably absent was Rajon Rondo, who had a recreation on Monday for the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Garnett was emotional as he was launched to the middle of the sector. He began off appreciating the followers for his or her help:

“I do know you all fuck with me, however I ain’t know y’all fuck with me like this.”

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Reflecting on his time with the Celtics, Garnett revealed that he manifested his jersey being retired. He mentioned he additionally manifested a championship title (in 2008) and noticed himself being immortalized.

“I appeared up on the rafters and I simply manifested, not solely a championship however seeing myself immortal,” Garnett mentioned whereas reflecting on his first moments as a member of the Celtics. “So, it is secure to say I manifested this.”

Kevin Garnett settles beef with former teammate Ray Allen as his No. 5 jersey will get retired by the Boston Celtics

Former Boston Celtics players Paul Pierce, left, and Ray Allen, middle, hug Kevin Garnett during his number retirement ceremony following the game between the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks at TD Garden on Sunday in Boston, Massachusetts — Former Boston Celtics gamers Paul Pierce, left, and Ray Allen, center, hug Kevin Garnett throughout his quantity retirement ceremony following the sport between the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks at TD Backyard on Sunday in Boston, Massachusetts

Kevin Garnett’s No. 5 jersey wasn’t the one memorable second Sunday at TD Gardens. The lengthy feud between the Celtics trio of Garnett, Paul Pierce and Ray Allen appears to have been quashed.

Through the jersey retirement, Garnett referred to as out Allen from the stands, telling him it was good to see him current to see his jersey hung up on the rafters.

“It is good to see Ray Allen right here, actual s***,” Garnett mentioned.

This allowed Allen to stroll as much as the stage to share a hug with The Massive Ticket. The 2 have been quickly joined by Pierce for a bunch hug whereas the Celtics followers cheered on. Garnett spent six seasons with the Celtics, 5 of which he spent taking part in alongside Allen and Pierce.