KG: A to Z

An Uncensored Encyclopedia of Life, Basketball, and Everything in Between

By: Kevin Garnett, David Ritz

Narrated by: Guy Lockard, Kevin Garnett - introduction

National Best Seller

A unique, unfiltered memoir from the NBA champion and 15-time all-star ahead of his induction into the Hall of Fame.

Kevin Garnett was one of the most dominant players the game of basketball has ever seen. He was also one of its most outspoken. Over the course of his illustrious 21-year NBA career, he elevated trash talk to an art form and never shied away from sharing his thoughts on controversial subjects.

In KG: A to Z, published ahead of Garnett’s induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame, he looks back on his life and career with the same raw candor. Garnett describes the adversity he faced growing up in South Carolina before ultimately relocating to Chicago, where he became one of the top prospects in the nation. He details his headline-making decision to skip college and become the first player in two decades to enter the draft directly from high school, starting a trend that would be followed by future superstars like Kobe Bryant and LeBron James. He shares stories of playing with and against Bryant, James, Michael Jordan, and other NBA greats, and he chronicles his professional ups and downs, including winning a championship with the Boston Celtics. He also speaks his mind on a range of topics beyond basketball, such as fame, family, racism, spirituality, and music.

Garnett’s draft decision wasn’t the only way he’d forever change the game. His ability to play on the perimeter as a big man foreshadowed the winning strategy now universally adopted by the league. He applies this same innovative spirit here, organizing the contents alphabetically as an encyclopedia. If you thought Kevin Garnett was exciting, inspiring, and unfiltered on the court, just wait until you hear what he has to say in this audiobook.

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Thank you KG!

I've been a big fan of KG. I love his intensity and the way he plays the game. When I saw that he had released a book I immediately checked audible. It only took me 3 days to finish this book. I wish it was KG that narrated the book even though the narrator did a great job. Will definitely listen to it again and keep this in my library. ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE!!!!!!

Great Story

This does not feel like your average book. it's written in the form of a Encyclopedia of his memories. I love the rawness. I was a bit upset at first that Kevin only read the intro but the voice actor did a great job of capturing the emotion of KG. Would make a great gift for a basketball fan of the 90s

How a life lived in change is lived well

I’m a casual NBA fan, and got this book because of my interest in alternative views. Mr. Garnett grew up poor, (in terms of wealth) but what was lacking in the bank account was more than made up for by the wealth of inspiration, perspiration, imagination and determination Ticket showed as a baller, leader and humane human. His story and his insight on the human condition from a young age to today is more than worth the time to any reader who is searching for a spark to light the flame of commitment. Recently, Mr Garnett was honored by the Boston Celtics who retired his jersey number 5. Look up the video of him raising the jersey, a part of the way through he stops overcome with emotion. As he continues to raise his jersey to the rafters, tears are streaming down his face. This tells me that he is a genuine person and a role model for his time. Thank you Mr Garnett.

Well done!!!

Different but really cool spin on audiobook. Informative and interesting…in typical Kevin Garrett fashion

The Real

Love KG realness it’s good to know how much you have in common with one of the all time Greats Blessings KG and everyone who help put this this book together

Great listen

I enjoyed every bit of it. Every word felt real. It has to be a best seller.

KG A-Z

This book was well done and different from the normal audible books. This book gave great insights into the factors that drives Kevin Garnett (KG) as well as positive influences in his life.

Great listen

Was never a big fan of KG, but after hearing this book I have found a new respect for him. You get to see him in a different light. Great book. A real one.

That was different!

This was definitely not like any book I have ever listened too! It was written like how we think all over the place but yet easy to follow. It was interesting and I like the different stories on how he went through the alphabet. It was like listening to a bunch of Mimi shorts. If you are a linear listener it might not intrigue your interest.

Legend

Great story of a great legend , much respect to the man of KG .. HALL OF FAMER !