The Boston Celtics were trailing the Minnesota Timberwolves at home on Wednesday night, but they turned on the afterburners in the second half and emerged with a 104-94 victory.

Kevin Garnett was one of several Celtics players who showed up at TD Garden, scoring 18 points on 8-of-13 shooting while adding 10 rebounds and four assists.

Boston shot 53 percent from the field in the contest, while Minnesota shot 44 percent. The Timberwolves were also 14-of-30 from the free-throw line.

Player of the Game: Kevin Garnett, PF/C, Boston Celtics

Like Tim Duncan, Kevin Garnett continues to prove that age is just a number when you are a multiple-time All-Star and have a dynamic skill-set. Garnett scored at an impressive rate, rebounded the basketball and even added some dimes in the victory.

Up Next for Timberwolves

Minnesota hosts the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday. The Cavaliers are led by second-year point guard and former No. 1 overall pick Kyrie Irving, who was averaging 22.9 points and 5.6 assists headed into Wednesday's games.

Up Next for Celtics

Boston visits the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday. The 76ers are 10-8 this season behind strong defense and point guard Jrue Holiday, who is averaging 18.2 points, 9.3 assists and 1.4 steals.