“We have to do the impossible, but it is possible.”

Kevin Garnett is one of my favorite players. I've never payed him much attention when he was with the Minnesota Timberwolves (95-07) but when he came to the Boston Celtics (07-08), I could see the intensity, desire and passion that many credited him with. He changed the culture of Boston in 07. The Celtics went from 23 to 66 wins, won the 17th title and became a defensive powerhouse. KG won defensive player of the year, all by playing with a team defensive philosophy. Many guys today don't play within themselves and their team; they either score, defend passively or are one-dimensional, not doing much else when they are losing. KG epitomizes heart. Watch him play and energize the crowd, stir up his teammates or challenge the opponent tooth and nail. He passes very well for a power forward, can shoot long range, blocks, rebounds, not to mention his great power. He is extremely athletic for a big man. When he came to Boston, he sacrificed his individual game and stats, but most importantly, played within the team, doing the intangibles. He's like a commander on the floor, constantly communicating with his teammates. Nothing but exciting to watch. He makes defense fun to watch and play.