I don’t think people give Kevin Garnett enough credit for that. He?captained every defense he was ever part of, and had a really big?voice. He also had long arms and athleticism, so he was able to?command large swatches of the court as a communicator and shot-blocker.

His versatility at such a size was also startling, and, ultimately,?game-changing. He could dribble, pass, and shoot. I think, honestly,?we’re all fortunate that Minnesota didn’t surround him with an?abundance of talent during his prime. If they did, it would have?been a real challenge for us and San Antonio to get past them.