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Kevin Garnett Honors Bill Russell at Dunk Contest

2/17/2025

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Kevin Garnett took the stage as a judge for the 2025 Dunk Contest, paying homage to the legendary Bill Russell. This heartfelt tribute struck a chord with Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown, who celebrated Garnett's gesture online. As the Celtics chase another championship, Brown is determined to elevate his performance, currently averaging 22.9 points with an impressive 74.6% free-throw rate this season.

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Kevin Garnett took the stage as a judge for the 2025 Dunk Contest, paying homage to the legendary Bill Russell. This heartfelt tribute struck a chord with Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown, who celebrated Garnett's gesture online. As the Celtics chase another championship, Brown is determined to elevate his performance, currently averaging 22.9 points with an impressive 74.6% free-throw rate this season.