Is Kevin Garnett A-List?
No — Kevin Garnett is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2004
NBA MVP Award
Lost A-list status in 2015
Dropped to B tier — Returns to Timberwolves
Ranking Timeline
Drafted to NBA
Garnett is drafted 5th overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves straight out of high school, marking his entry into professional basketball.
NBA MVP Award
Garnett wins the NBA Most Valuable Player award, solidifying his status as a top player in the league.
Trade to Boston Celtics
Garnett is traded to the Boston Celtics, forming a Big Three with Paul Pierce and Ray Allen, and increasing his championship prospects.
NBA Championship
Garnett leads the Boston Celtics to an NBA Championship, winning his first title.
Traded to Brooklyn Nets
Garnett is traded to the Brooklyn Nets, seeking a new challenge and continuing his career.
Returns to Timberwolves
Garnett returns to the Minnesota Timberwolves, finishing his career where it began.
NBA Retirement
Garnett retires from the NBA after 21 seasons, leaving behind a legacy as one of the greatest power forwards.
Basketball Hall of Fame
Garnett gets inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Broadcasting and Business Ventures
Garnett engages in broadcasting and business ventures, remaining a prominent figure in basketball and popular culture.
Last updated: February 25, 2026