Kevin Garnett's Chance to Shine

and then some. He has played unselfishly. He looks to his teammates first before taking his own shot. He is one of the best-passing big men in the game today.

But this is the playoffs. This is where legends are made and careers are held in the balance. Play well in the playoffs, and you will be remembered forever (see Horry, Robert).

Garnett needs to take over tonight’s game.

He is arguably the best player on the floor. When he gets the ball on the block, the Pistons have a hard time guarding him.

He can take Rasheed Wallace to the hoop every time and either get easy hoops or force ‘Sheed to foul him. KG eats players like Jason Maxiell and Theo Ratliff for lunch.

I love the fact that KG is an unselfish player, but he needs to put that aside tonight for the betterment of the team.  If the Celtics are to win tonight in front of the home folks at the Garden, which will surely be rocking, he needs to think of himself first.

A fast start by Garnett will cause the Pistons to change their defensive philosophy. It will open up the game for Pierce, Rajon Rondo—even Allen.  And, it will make the Celtics run more efficiently on offense.

In short, Garnett's play will help the Celtics take control of the conference finals from the Pistons. And it could turn KG into the next Celtics' playoff legend.

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