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Kevin Garnett Returns to Timberwolves on April 12 as Team Sets No. 21 Retirement for 2026–27

New ownership cleared a path for a public reunion after years of strain with former owner Glen Taylor.

Feb 25, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Garnett (21) smiles and waves to fans in the second half against the Washington Wizards at Target Center. The Timberwolves won 97-77. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports
Wolves to retire Kevin Garnett's No. 21 jersey next season
Jan 12, 2016; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Garnett (21) against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Target Center. The Thunder defeated the Timberwolves 101-96. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Timberwolves said Friday that Garnett will attend the April 12 home finale against the Pelicans, marking his first Target Center appearance since 2018.
  • Minnesota will retire Garnett’s No. 21 during the 2026–27 season, with the ceremony date to be announced later.
  • Fan Appreciation Night will include special in‑game moments, appearances by former teammates, giveaways, and a halftime performance by Montell Jordan.
  • Garnett, now serving as a Wolves and Lynx ambassador, will make select game visits and support community initiatives, and he praised owners Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez in a team statement.
  • The reunion follows a long rift under former owner Glen Taylor and underscores Garnett’s standing as a 2004 MVP, a Hall of Famer, and the franchise leader in most major statistics.