Zhang Yang: "Oh, so the Celtics traded for Garnett, and they might continue to tank afterward, which Garnett is unwilling to do."
Felton: "Yes, Garnett was unwilling to tank even with the Timberwolves, and that was the biggest conflict between him and the team. The Timberwolves wanted to tank this season to get Oden, but Garnett didn't want to lose on purpose."
Since he's going to switch teams, he's even less likely to tank. Plus, I heard he's unwilling to take the risk of Pierce possibly leaving the Celtics. His refusal to commit to an extension intensified the conflict with the Timberwolves' management. When Saunders, whom Garnett viewed as a father figure, was fired, Garnett had a conflict with the Timberwolves' management, and now the conflict has escalated..."
As Zhang Yang listened to Big Fatty's conversation veering into gossip, his attention wandered. These matters should be acknowledged with a nod.
