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In response to a recent Instagram post, NBA legend Kevin Garnett dissed the Lakers trio of LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Austin Reeves.
Kevin Garnett expresses disdain for current Lakers trio
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In a recent Instagram Story, Boston Celtics legend Kevin Garnett named the Los Angeles Lakers trio of LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Austin Reeves. In an Instagram Story, the 7-foot NBA legend posted a message via “barislev“. this”barislevThe Instagram post showcases four new player combinations on NBA teams following player trades that have occurred over the past few weeks.
this”barislevThe post features four NBA trios: (i) Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram and CJ McCollum of the New Orleans Pelicans; (ii) Giannis of the Milwaukee Bucks · Antetokounmpo, Khris Middleton and Damian Lillard; (iii) Anthony Davis, Austin Reeves and LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers; (iv) Phoenix Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal of the Suns.
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Kevin”Big ticketGarnett responded to the post about his story. He said, “Man, please stop…this Lakers Big Three shouldn’t be here…well, man…stop! ! Damn it.“. He further stated in the post, “no, he is not..“. The NBA Hall of Famer’s last comment was a direct attack on Austin Reeve’s role in the “Lakers Big Three.”
Only time will tell if he’s right about the current Lakers trio. The Boston Celtics legend has been outspoken about his opinions on the NBA.
When Kevin Garnett calls out the NBA’s ‘standards’
During Kevin Garnett’s 21-year career, many considered his NBA career to be one of the most decorated by a “big name” in the NBA. In an episode of his podcast “KG certification“, ‘The Big Ticket’ reveals some harsh truths about the league. The NBA Hall of Famer joins his legendary former Boston Celtics teammate Paul Pierce to talk about the monetary value of the NBA.
KG said on the show: “Doesn’t anyone know you, man?“ He publicly “attacked” the league because the NBA is a team sport. He further mentioned that initially (when he was playing) it was about winning championships. He said that in today’s NBA, players enter the league and work for individual recognition. He gave the example of Anthony Davis’ first contract extension in the NBA.
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