Minnesota Timberwolves to retire Kevin Garnett's jersey number 21
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 4:14 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The Minnesota Timberwolves will retire Kevin Garnett's jersey number 21 on February 28, 2027. This honor recognizes Garnett's significant contributions to the franchise, including 10 All-Star selections and an MVP award during his time with the team. Garnett’s impact helped establish the Timberwolves as a legitimate NBA franchise, leaving a lasting legacy in Minnesota. The jersey retirement ceremony is expected to be a major event for the Timberwolves.
- •Garnett's jersey retirement ceremony set for February 28, 2027.
- •He is the all-time leader in games played, points, and rebounds for the Timberwolves.
- •Garnett won the 2004 MVP award during his career with the Timberwolves.
- •His legacy has inspired a new generation of Timberwolves fans.
- •Garnett's significance extends beyond his playing career in Minnesota.
- 4:14 AMYahoo Sports — Reflecting on Kevin Garnett’s Timberwolves Career After Jersey Retirement
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