ICYMI: "I didn't know y'all will f**k with me like this"

Boston Celtics energy ahead Kevin Garnett joined the lengthy checklist 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 had 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 world. He began off appreciating the followers for his or her assist:

“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 stated he additionally manifested a championship title (in 2008) and noticed himself being immortalized.

“I regarded up on the rafters and I simply manifested, not solely a championship however seeing myself immortal,” Garnett stated 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 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.

Throughout 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 stated.

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