🚨The Minnesota Timberwolves picked Kevin Garnett as the fifth overall draft pick in 1995, and he quickly proved to be the best player in the draft class.
💰In an effort to build a winning team around Garnett, the Timberwolves devised a secret plan to bypass NBA rules and offer him a lucrative contract.
🔍The secret plan involved signing Garnett to three consecutive one-year contracts, allowing the Timberwolves to secure his full Bird rights and exceed the salary cap to re-sign him in the future.
❌The secret plan was exposed in court, leading to severe punishment for the Timberwolves. The team lost five first-round draft picks and faced a significant setback in building a competitive roster.
🔄The Timberwolves' illegal actions had long-lasting consequences. They missed out on drafting future stars like Tony Parker and Tayshaun Prince, and their franchise struggled for years.